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Carbon Robotics

Carbon Robotics

Product, Quality Assurance
Seattle, WA, USA
Posted on Oct 15, 2023
Carbon Robotics launched the world’s first and only commercial LaserWeeder in ’22. Customers have shot over 100M weeds and counting! We are disrupting the AgTech sector with mission driven technology that solves multiple environmental problems. As a result 2023 units are almost sold out.

We’re a team who wants more! Carbon Robotics offers more! More Professional Growth, Bigger Problems to Solve, Mission Driven Progress in every task! There’s interesting problems with a Breadth of Exposure because Laser Weeding touches more than you think!

We are a no-nonsense team of passionate people with a bias for action. We know that our ability to execute on our ideas is what sets us apart. We do what we say we are going to do, externally and internally. We trust our people to act independently and make practical, real-world decisions.

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Are you ready to help us design and build our LaserWeeder that solve real problems in our food supply?

As a Quality Specialist at Carbon Robotics, you'll evaluate the financial and operational efficiency of our LaserWeeder. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments, data analysis, and cost-benefit analyses to determine the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of this innovative agricultural equipment.

This role plays a crucial part in helping farmers make informed decisions regarding the adoption of this technology.

What you’ll do:

Data Collection and Analysis:

  • Collect and compile data on the laser-based weeding machinery, including purchase and operating costs, performance metrics, and related expenses.
  • Analyze data to identify trends, strengths, weaknesses, and areas of potential improvement.

Cost-Benefit Analysis:

  • Calculate the total cost of ownership for the laser weeding machinery and compare it to traditional weeding methods.
  • Assess the economic and operational benefits, including labor savings, yield improvement, and reduced chemical usage, to determine the overall cost-effectiveness.

Market Research:

  • Stay updated on industry trends, pricing, and the competitive landscape for laser weeding technology and similar farming equipment.
  • Evaluate the market demand and potential return on investment for adopting laser weeding machinery.

Report Generation:

  • Prepare clear and comprehensive reports and presentations that summarize findings, methodologies, and recommendations.
  • Communicate complex technical information in an easily understandable manner for stakeholders.

Collaboration:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, customers, and sales, to gather insights and data necessary for analysis.

Financial Modeling:

  • Develop financial models to simulate various scenarios and assess the potential outcomes of adopting laser weeding technology.

Recommendations:

  • Provide actionable recommendations and insights to assist farmers, agricultural cooperatives, and decision-makers in making informed choices regarding the implementation of laser-based weeding machinery.

Quality Assurance:

  • Ensure the accuracy and reliability of data, calculations, and analysis methods.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Success:

  • Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Business, Science or a related field.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis and financial modeling.
  • Familiarity with farm machinery, agricultural technology, and precision agriculture.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools and software.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Knowledge of agricultural economics and cost-benefit analysis principles is a plus.

Experience:

  • Previous experience in agricultural machinery analysis or a related field is advantageous.
  • Experience in conducting cost-effectiveness studies and financial modeling is a plus.

Working Conditions:

  • This position will involve a lot of travel to farms to conduct on-site assessments. Travel should be considered as much as 90% of the time.

Qualified applicants will receive a short survey after applying to help the team learn more about you.

Carbon Robotics follows equitable hiring practices. Flexibility in our hiring process allows hiring of talent at levels different from what are posted. The compensation range outlined is based on a target budgeted base salary. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as relevant experience and skill, Interview assessments and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements. Offers are determined using our equitable hiring practices. Carbon Robotics offers additional compensation in the form of benefits premiums, pre-IPO stock options and On Target Earning commissions for appropriate positions. Base pay ranges are reviewed each year. We are committed to the principle of pay equity - paying employees equitably for similar work.

Carbon Robotics' base salary pay range:

$70,492—$105,743 USD

Why would you join Carbon Robotics?

Experience in building teams capable of solving uniquely interesting problems. Innovation while disrupting the market is what we do. Launched in 2018, we’ve already doubled in size and sales!

Profiled in WSJ and Forbes, Carbon Robotics is poised to become the next billion dollar company in the rapidly growing worldwide Ag-Tech industry.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full time employees, including:

  • Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive base salary.
  • Pre-IPO Stock Options: Joining us means you'll have the opportunity to own tax-advantaged ISOs.
  • Generous Benefits:
    • Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and all dependents
    • 401(k) plan.
  • Work Culture: Be a part of an inclusive and tight-knit company culture that values innovation and mission-driven success.

Commercial growers of specialty and organic crops buy LaserWeeders from Carbon Robotics because they reduce weed control costs by up to 80% and increase crop quality, yields, and consistency. High precision LaserWeeding is vastly superior to alternatives: labor intensive hand weeding, toxic herbicide spraying, and/or the disruptive mechanical cultivation of planted soil.

Today, Carbon Robotics LaserWeeder shoots and kills up to 200,000 weeds per hour, eliminating up to 99% of weeds, with sub-millimeter accuracy. Our AI/ML deep learning models identify a growing range of crops and weeds at all stages of growth - and our patented technology led only widens with more time, customers, and acres laserweeded.

Carbon Robotics is building a culture of diversity and inclusion for all. We welcome everyone’s voice and believe in open and transparent communication. We believe the best products, services, and companies are built by strong teams that include a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences. We are committed to supporting and enabling growth and opportunity for every employee at every level. This is the foundation to which we will build a truly unique environment.

We are equally committed to equal employment opportunity, and it is foundational to how we recruit and hire our talented team. Employment is determined based upon capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including potential pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability , HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.

Our people are our most important competitive advantage. If solving major real world problems with state of the art technology that you can see performing in customer’s fields excites you, laser in to learn more?

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