Full-Time
Field Test Operator
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Agtonomy
11-50 employees
Autonomous AI solution for efficient farming
Compensation Overview
$66k - $85kAnnually
Junior, Mid
Geyserville, CA, USA
Role will be based at a test center on a vineyard in Geyserville, CA.
- Experience with agriculture, land maintenance, and heavy machinery.
- Experience operating software-enabled products. Example would be drone operator using associated software and maintenance procedures.
- Bachelor degree and 2+ years of experience in a professional and product driven environment
- Experience working hands-on with electrical and mechanical components
- Strong communication skills
- Curiosity to learn about new technology
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in hot and cold weather
- Develop and maintain test site infrastructure and a fleet of autonomous vehicles
- Test our full product platform in vineyards and orchards throughout Sonoma county
- Create datasets on product performance, reliability, and maintenance
- Identify product issues by operating with a critical eye and knowledge of our systems
- Capture bugs and document reproduction scenarios for the software team to debug
- Execute test plans and regular regression tests
- Support customer trials, collect feedback and resolve any technical issues
- Work with SW engineers to troubleshoot issues and tune new features
- Experience farming permanent crops
- Experience with issue & project tracking software (i.e. JIRA or Linear)
- An understanding of electric vehicle and software testing
- Ability to drive a truck and trailer with heavy equipment
- An understanding of networking technology
- Ability to communicate with customers in a professional manner
Agtonomy focuses on improving farming practices through its product, TeleFarmer, which is an autonomous device powered by AI. This device is designed to perform various labor-intensive tasks in agriculture, making it easier for farmers to manage their fields, even in difficult terrains. The accompanying app allows farmers to plan tasks, monitor their progress, and review performance reports, all from their mobile devices. What sets Agtonomy apart from its competitors is its emphasis on user-friendliness and the ability to reduce the physical workload for farmers. The company's goal is to enhance farming efficiency and profitability, while also providing opportunities for partnerships to address significant challenges in agriculture.
Company Stage
Series A
Total Funding
$53.5M
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2021
6 month growth
↓ -2%1 year growth
↑ 2%2 year growth
↑ 2%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Agtonomy raised $32.8M in Series A funding, boosting growth and market expansion.
- The trend towards sustainable farming aligns with Agtonomy's focus on efficiency and sustainability.
- Partnerships with equipment manufacturers create a favorable environment for Agtonomy's strategy.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from established companies like John Deere challenges Agtonomy's market position.
- Rapid technological advancements require continuous innovation, straining Agtonomy's resources.
- Reliance on partnerships poses risks if partners develop competing technologies.
What makes Agtonomy unique
- Agtonomy's TeleFarmer offers a unique hybrid autonomous and tele-assist platform for farmers.
- The Smart Farm Task Ecosystem connects tractors and tools for seamless autonomous task execution.
- Agtonomy partners with trusted equipment manufacturers, enhancing credibility and market reach.
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401(k) Company Match
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Commuter Benefits
Flexible Spending Account/Flexible Spending Account