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RFA Engineering

Data Engineer

Urbandale, IA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

... agriculture, machine guidance, vehicle automation and autonomy applications. We are seeking ... Data Engineer As a Data Engineer, you will enable engineers, analysts, and data scientists to more ...

Overwatch Agriculture

Principal Data Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$120K - $165K/yr

As a Principal Data Engineer, you will lead a team in building and maintaining scalable, reliable ... At Overwatch Agriculture, we prioritize people over processes, fostering a supportive and tech ...

Rfamec

Data Engineer

Urbandale, IA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

... agriculture, machine guidance, vehicle automation and autonomy applications. We are seeking ... As a Data Engineer, you will enable engineers, analysts, and data scientists to more effectively ...

Rfamec

$80K - $120K/yr

... agriculture, machine guidance, vehicle automation and autonomy applications. We are seeking ... As a Data Engineer, you will enable engineers, analysts, and data scientists to more effectively ...

Simplot Company

Data Engineer III

Boise, ID · On-site

$99K - $118K/yr

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company ... Responsibilities : • Participates as a member of a data engineering team; mentors and guides ...

Simplot Company

Data Engineer III

Boise, ID · On-site

$109K - $130K/yr

Simplot is a family-owned, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in ... The Data Engineer III utilizes modern cloud data tools, distributed processing frameworks, and ...

Simplot

Data Engineer III

Boise, ID · On-site

$109K - $130K/yr

Simplot is a family-owned, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in ... The Data Engineer III utilizes modern cloud data tools, distributed processing frameworks, and ...

Simplot

Data Engineer III

Boise, ID · On-site

$109K - $130K/yr

Simplot is a family-owned, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in ... The Data Engineer III utilizes modern cloud data tools, distributed processing frameworks, and ...

J.R. Simplot Company

Data Engineer III

Boise, ID · On-site

$109K - $130K/yr

Simplot is a family-owned, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in ... The Data Engineer III utilizes modern cloud data tools, distributed processing frameworks, and ...

Simplot Company

Master Data Engineer III

Boise, ID · On-site

$109K - $130K/yr

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered ... Summary The Master Data Engineer III serves a critical role in designing, developing, and ...

Samsara

Data Engineer

$117K - $140K/yr

... of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and ... Our data engineers develop and maintain data pipelines integral to our analytics data model. As a ...

Cargill

Data Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe ... The Professional, Data Engineering job designs, builds and maintains moderately complex data ...

Cargill

Data Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe ... The Professional, Data Engineering job designs, builds and maintains moderately complex data ...

Cargill

Data Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe ... The Professional, Data Engineering job designs, builds and maintains moderately complex data ...

Flagship Pioneering, Inc.

Lead Data Engineer

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$112K - $147K/yr

... agriculture. What sets Flagship apart is our ability to advance biotechnology by uniting life ... We are seeking a Lead Data Engineer to lead complex initiatives aimed at modernizing and ...

Simplot Company

Master Data Engineer III

Boise, ID · On-site

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered ... The Master Data Engineer III partners closely with business stakeholders, architects, analysts ...

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How much do agricultural data engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for agricultural data engineer in the United States is $129,716.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,500.00 and $137,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an agricultural data engineer?

An Agricultural Data Engineer is a professional who designs, builds, and maintains data systems specifically for the agriculture sector. They collect, process, and analyze various types of agricultural data, such as crop yields, soil health, weather patterns, and machinery performance. Their work helps farmers and agribusinesses make data-driven decisions to improve productivity, sustainability, and profitability. Agricultural Data Engineers often collaborate with agronomists, data scientists, and software developers to create innovative solutions for modern farming challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an agricultural data engineer?

To thrive as an Agricultural Data Engineer, you need strong skills in data analysis, programming (Python, R), and a solid understanding of agricultural systems, typically supported by a degree in computer science, data science, or agricultural engineering. Familiarity with data management tools, geographic information systems (GIS), cloud platforms, and relevant certifications like AWS or Microsoft Azure are highly beneficial. Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help bridge the gap between data insights and practical applications in agriculture. These combined abilities enable effective analysis and implementation of data-driven solutions, optimizing agricultural productivity and sustainability.

What are some typical challenges agricultural data engineers face when working with on-farm data?

Agricultural Data Engineers often encounter challenges related to collecting, cleaning, and integrating diverse data sources, such as sensor data, satellite imagery, and manual field records. Data can be inconsistent due to varying formats, missing entries, or sensor malfunctions, requiring robust preprocessing and validation skills. Additionally, working closely with agronomists and farm operators to understand their needs and ensure data solutions are practical is essential. Overcoming these challenges is vital for building reliable analytics tools that drive actionable insights for precision agriculture.

What is the difference between Agricultural Data Engineer vs Agricultural Data Analyst?

AspectAgricultural Data EngineerAgricultural Data Analyst
CredentialsBachelor's in Agriculture, Data Science, or related fields; experience with data engineering toolsBachelor's in Agriculture, Data Science, or related fields; proficiency in data analysis software
Work EnvironmentData infrastructure development, database management, cloud platformsData interpretation, reporting, visualization, and insights generation
Employer & Industry UsageAgri-tech companies, research institutions, farms with data infrastructureResearch firms, agricultural companies, government agencies

While both roles work with agricultural data, Agricultural Data Engineers focus on building and maintaining data systems, whereas Agricultural Data Analysts interpret and analyze data to inform decisions.

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Infographic showing various Agricultural Data Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,716 per year, or $62.4 per hour.

Data Engineer

Urbandale, IA • On-site

RFA Engineering
Engineering Professional Services • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about RFA Engineeringexternal

$80K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) supports industry-leading clients through the full software development lifecycle to build cutting-edge precision agriculture, machine guidance, vehicle automation and autonomy applications. We are seeking passionate, talented engineers to work on exciting projects using the latest tools and technologies including robotics, computer-vision, machine learning, IoT, cloud computing, and much more. Collaborate with a team of industry experts onsite at our client's world-class engineering center and contribute to developing innovative solutions that drive sustainable agriculture practices.
This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization.
Data Engineer
As a Data Engineer, you will enable engineers, analysts, and data scientists to more effectively access, explore, and leverage enterprise data to generate insights, build models, and make data-driven decisions. This role focuses on designing scalable cloud-based data solutions, developing high-quality datasets, and creating data products that empower individual contributors to work independently with complex, high-volume data.
A key component of this role involves collaborating with embedded and digital engineering teams to define, capture, and analyze system performance, UI, and health metrics. You will help translate raw signals into actionable insights through analytics, dashboards, and monitoring tools.
Responsibilities
  • Design, build, and maintain cloud-based data pipelines and data products that support analytics, machine learning, and exploratory data analysis
  • Enable self-service data access by developing well-structured, documented, and discoverable datasets for individual contributors
  • Partner with embedded and digital engineering teams to define required performance, UI, and system health metrics and ensure appropriate data capture
  • Perform analytics and data aggregation to translate raw signals into meaningful insights and visualizations
  • Develop and maintain production-ready Python code and data workflows using SQL, PySpark, Databricks, and related technologies
  • Manage and optimize storage of diverse data types, including images, raster data, parquet files, time-series data, geo-tagged data, text, and other unstructured data
  • Build dashboards and interactive data applications using tools such as Tableau, Plotly Dash, or similar web-based visualization frameworks
  • Develop alerting and monitoring solutions (e.g., automated email notifications) to identify system performance issues or data pipeline failures
  • Collaborate in code reviews, documentation, and best-practice development to ensure maintainable and reproducible solutions
  • Manage multiple projects, priorities, and milestones while maintaining a strong sense of ownership and accountability

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience
  • Demonstrated experience designing and implementing cloud-based data solutions in production environments
  • Strong proficiency in Python for data engineering and analytics applications
  • Experience working with data access and processing technologies such as SQL, PySpark, Databricks, Postgres, and MongoDB
  • Experience building and maintaining datasets at scale across multiple data formats and structures
  • Familiarity with vehicle or embedded system data, including CAN signals
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to lead meetings, clearly document work, communicate proof-of-concepts, and collaborate across teams

Desired Attributes
  • Experience developing dashboards and visual analytics solutions using tools such as Tableau, Plotly, or similar platforms
  • Familiarity with spatial data and visualization tools such as Folium or Plotly
  • Experience implementing system monitoring, alerting, and health-tracking solutions
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to debug complex data and system issues
  • Ability to work effectively in a self-directed environment with minimal oversight
  • Proven ability to manage multiple schedules, deliverables, and stakeholders simultaneously
  • Knowledge of off-highway, agricultural, construction, or industrial equipment data systems is a plus

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Salary Range: $80,000-$120,000/year: Commensurate with experience
About RFA Engineering
RFA Engineering has provided product development and engineering services to industry leading customers since 1943. Our primary focus is the development of off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, mining, recreational, industrial, and special machines. Our work includes concept development, product design, documentation, problem-solving, simulation, optimization, and testing of components, systems and complete machines. Our engineering staff is located at our Engineering Center in Minneapolis, branch office in Dubuque, IA, and at numerous customer sites throughout the U.S.
Competitive Benefits
  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • TelaDoc Healthiest You
  • Supplemental Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability
  • Short-term Disability
  • Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
  • Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care
  • HSA for Medical Expenses
  • Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Education Assistance

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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