- Pay
- $53–81k
- Where
- Los Angeles, California, GB · GB
- Level
- Mid
Step into this Precision Agriculture Engineer role and build something that matters in AgriTech.
Farms across California are under pressure to produce more with less water, less labour and less margin for error.
That's where precision agriculture earns its keep.
This growing AgriTech company, an established SME with a track record of steady expansion, builds the sensor, data and automation systems that help growers make sharper decisions in the field.
The Precision Agriculture Engineer joining this Los Angeles team will sit right at the point where hardware meets agronomy.
Here's what you'll be doing: Design and calibrate sensor arrays and IoT devices used for soil, crop and irrigation monitoring Build and refine data pipelines that turn field readings into actionable recommendations for growers Work alongside agronomists to validate models against real-world field conditions Troubleshoot hardware and connectivity issues on deployed systems, often remotely Support pilot projects with growers across the Los Angeles region, gathering feedback and iterating fast Document system performance and contribute to product roadmap discussions Here are the skills you'll need: A degree in agricultural engineering, mechatronics, environmental science or a related field 2-4 years' hands-on experience with precision agriculture systems, IoT sensors or automation hardware Working knowledge of Python or similar for data analysis and device integration Comfort with GIS tools and remote sensing data Strong communication skills.
You'll need to translate technical findings for non-technical growers and stakeholders A practical, problem-solving mindset.
Field conditions rarely match the lab Key perks and benefits: Salary of $53,000 to $80,500, depending on experience Hybrid working, splitting time between the Los Angeles office and field sites Private medical insurance and pension contribution Annual leave with flexible working built in, not just offered on paper Genuine professional development opportunities as the company scales Why pursue a career in AgriTech?
AgriTech is one of the few sectors where engineering work has an immediate, visible impact: less water wasted, higher yields, healthier soil.
Los Angeles has become a serious hub for this kind of work, with AgriTech firms drawing on the state's scale of farming and its appetite for climate-smart solutions.
A Precision Agriculture Engineer who builds a strong track record here has a clear route into senior technical or product leadership roles.
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