Syngenta Seeds , Inc.
Innovation Product Owner
Syngenta Seeds , Inc. - Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
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Overview
Job Description
We are seeking a talented and innovative engineer to join our vegetables R&D team at Syngenta to drive the development of a phenomics and automation portfolio for vegetables seeds development. In this role, you will lead and manage internal and external collaborations, as well as leverage own technical capabilities in the domains of imaging and sensing technologies, computer vision, IoT, machine learning and AI, to deliver end to end technological solutions based on vegetables seeds development strategy & priorities.
Accountabilities
Ownership of technical delivery of vegetables phenomics and automation projects.
Actively scout and assess relevant technologies and potential partners in close alignment with global phenomics and automation deployment lead.
Strong interaction and alignment with Syngenta software development, IT, digital and data science teams to design and apply end-to-end solutions to meet business needs, technology process ownership and excellence in their implementation and delivery.
Leading collaborations with cross functional project teams including third party vendors and in-house functions.
Project management of PoC and pilot stages, hand-over to global deployment lead for scaling.
Direct contribution within technical area/s of expertise (e.g. IoT, software development, machine learning, sensing technologies, dashboard development, hardware and/or user-interface).
Keeping abreast with external innovation, through leadership in areas of accountability and active membership in relevant global network of experts within Syngenta, Academia, and Ag-tech industry.
Qualifications: Qualifications
Knowledge, Experience & Capabilities
Critical Knowledge
Master's or PhD in Engineering or other related field to phenomics or automation.
Strong background in imaging/sensing technologies, computer vision, IoT, machine learning and/or AI.
Familiarity with R&D workflows and operations.
Critical Experience
3+ years of work experience in engineering and project management.
Experience working in digital innovation with a customer-centric approach.
Track record of delivering within complex projects and multidisciplinary teams to accomplish project goals.
Desired Knowledge and Experience
Work experience or familiarity with seeds R&D or Ag domain industry.
Technology and partnerships assessment and scouting.
Experience of working with third party specialist companies and contract management experience.
Critical Technical, Professional and Personal Capabilities
Collaborative work style.
Ability to work independently.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to translate requirements into technical design.
Strong communication skills.
Prioritization against resource constraints.
Effective workload management.
Strategic and critical thinking.
Agility: Sense and adapt to fast-paced work environment.
Stepping beyond comfort zone and risk management.
Focus energy on must-wins: Make tough decisions.
Versatility: Expertise/experience across multiple technical domains.
Strong self-learning capabilities.
Project managemnent and planning.
Additional Information
Location: Enkhuizen (Netherlands), El Ejido (Spain), Durham (US) or Gedera area (Israel)
Travels: within region and internationally up to 20%
Take your Chance!
Join us at Syngenta and be part of a diverse and inclusive team that is passionate about shaping the future of sustainable agriculture. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent benefits and ample opportunities for professional growth and development.
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
We are seeking a talented and innovative engineer to join our vegetables R&D team at Syngenta to drive the development of a phenomics and automation portfolio for vegetables seeds development. In this role, you will lead and manage internal and external collaborations, as well as leverage own technical capabilities in the domains of imaging and sensing technologies, computer vision, IoT, machine learning and AI, to deliver end to end technological solutions based on vegetables seeds development strategy & priorities.
Accountabilities
Ownership of technical delivery of vegetables phenomics and automation projects.
Actively scout and assess relevant technologies and potential partners in close alignment with global phenomics and automation deployment lead.
Strong interaction and alignment with Syngenta software development, IT, digital and data science teams to design and apply end-to-end solutions to meet business needs, technology process ownership and excellence in their implementation and delivery.
Leading collaborations with cross functional project teams including third party vendors and in-house functions.
Project management of PoC and pilot stages, hand-over to global deployment lead for scaling.
Direct contribution within technical area/s of expertise (e.g. IoT, software development, machine learning, sensing technologies, dashboard development, hardware and/or user-interface).
Keeping abreast with external innovation, through leadership in areas of accountability and active membership in relevant global network of experts within Syngenta, Academia, and Ag-tech industry.
Qualifications: Qualifications
Knowledge, Experience & Capabilities
Critical Knowledge
Master's or PhD in Engineering or other related field to phenomics or automation.
Strong background in imaging/sensing technologies, computer vision, IoT, machine learning and/or AI.
Familiarity with R&D workflows and operations.
Critical Experience
3+ years of work experience in engineering and project management.
Experience working in digital innovation with a customer-centric approach.
Track record of delivering within complex projects and multidisciplinary teams to accomplish project goals.
Desired Knowledge and Experience
Work experience or familiarity with seeds R&D or Ag domain industry.
Technology and partnerships assessment and scouting.
Experience of working with third party specialist companies and contract management experience.
Critical Technical, Professional and Personal Capabilities
Collaborative work style.
Ability to work independently.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to translate requirements into technical design.
Strong communication skills.
Prioritization against resource constraints.
Effective workload management.
Strategic and critical thinking.
Agility: Sense and adapt to fast-paced work environment.
Stepping beyond comfort zone and risk management.
Focus energy on must-wins: Make tough decisions.
Versatility: Expertise/experience across multiple technical domains.
Strong self-learning capabilities.
Project managemnent and planning.
Additional Information
Location: Enkhuizen (Netherlands), El Ejido (Spain), Durham (US) or Gedera area (Israel)
Travels: within region and internationally up to 20%
Take your Chance!
Join us at Syngenta and be part of a diverse and inclusive team that is passionate about shaping the future of sustainable agriculture. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent benefits and ample opportunities for professional growth and development.
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.