Job description
VerdantField AgriTech is seeking a Senior Agronomist to lead precision agriculture initiatives that empower growers with data-driven decisions. Based in Davis, California, this role blends advanced agronomy with cutting-edge technology to improve yields, reduce inputs, and promote sustainable farming practices across multiple crops.
As a senior member of our agronomy team, you will partner with field operations, R&D, and data science to translate field observations into scalable solutions. You will oversee on farm trials, guide advisory services, and contribute to product development with real world insights.
Responsibility
- Lead design and execution of precision agriculture programs covering soil health, nutrient management, irrigation optimization, and crop protection.
- Plan and manage field trials, collect high quality data, and analyze results to validate performance and ROI.
- Collaborate with data scientists to build decision support tools, dashboards, and predictive models for growers.
- Provide technical leadership and training to field teams, distributors, and customers.
- Support product development with field insights and best practice guidelines for customers.
- Monitor sustainability metrics and ensure alignment with regulatory and environmental standards.
- Prepare technical reports, white papers, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
- Travel to field sites as needed to oversee trials and support customers.
Qualification
- Master or PhD in Agronomy, Soil Science, Plant Science, or a closely related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in agronomy, precision agriculture, or crop management.
- Strong knowledge of soil health, plant nutrition, irrigation management, and sensor data.
- Proficiency with GIS, remote sensing, and data analysis tools (Python, R, Excel).
- Experience planning and managing field trials with rigorous data collection and documentation.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and training skills for diverse audiences.
- Ability to travel up to 30 percent to field sites and customer locations.
- Commitment to sustainable farming practices and knowledge of environmental regulations.