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Who Are We (https://www.niqorobotics.com//)

Niqo Robotics is a Bangalore based Agri-tech company centred at AI, Computer Vision and

Robotics, revolutionizing the way farming is undertaken in India and the world. Our mission is

simple – Building accessible and reliable robots for sustainable farming.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a Junior Agronomist to join our Operations team. This role is ideal for candidates with a background in agriculture and a strong interest in emerging technologies such as automation, robotics, and precision agriculture. The Junior Agronomist will collaborate with cross-functional teams—including engineers and software developers—to support the development and testing of innovative farming technologies and enhance crop production and farm management practices.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Agronomic Support

• Provide technical expertise in crop management, soil science, and plant biology to support agricultural robotics development.
• Monitor crop health, analyze field data, and identify optimal farming practices to ensure effective testing conditions.
• Troubleshoot on-ground issues such as pest outbreaks, irrigation system failures, nutrition deficiencies, or process malfunctions, and escalate appropriately.
• Collect and maintain data on crop performance, soil quality, and other agronomic factors to validate plant health and support testing objectives.

2. Cross-functional Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with robotics engineers and testing teams to understand field testing requirements, provide feedback, and contribute to system improvements.
• Maintain clear and timely communication across internal teams to align agronomic and engineering goals.

3. Field Operations and Hands-on Support

• Actively participate in all core farm operations, including sowing, weeding, thinning, cultivation, irrigation, pesticide spraying and mixing, field maintenance, and bed preparation.
• Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to support any related on-field or operational activity as needed.
• Monitor and document plant growth stages and field conditions in alignment with both agronomic best practices and engineering requirements.

4. Crop Analysis and Reporting

• Prepare timely and accurate field reports and analyses.
• Maintain detailed records of field activities, including task progress, material usage, equipment deployment, and any deviations or anomalies.
• Share findings and provide recommendations to improve agronomic outcomes and assist in system design enhancements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Plant Science, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of crop management, soil health, irrigation, and pest control.
• Familiarity with emerging agri-tech tools such as drones, sensors, and autonomous machines is an advantage.
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in field or farm operations preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable working in outdoor environments and conducting fieldwork.
• Passion for technology-driven solutions in agriculture.
• Willingness to travel to farms and field sites across different locations in India.