Data Analyst Guidance

At Halter were on a mission to enable farmers and graziers to run the most productive and sustainable operations. Our customers are using Halter to break free from the time-intensive constraints of conventional practices. Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break No quad bikes no dogs no fences. Just a group of cattle walking at their own pace. People say it looks like magic. Our customers are revolutionizing grazing with Halter. Its changing lives and transforming an industry. People join Halter to do meaningful work. By joining us youll be solving challenging problems within a talented team and a culture built for high performance. Our team out-think out-work and out-care. Were committed to delivering real change in the world - this isnt easy and in truth we love that its hard.

Were backed to deliver on a mission that matters by Tier 1 investors including Founders Fund Bessemer Venture Partners BOND DCVC Blackbird Promus Ventures Rocket Labs Peter Beck and Icehouse ventures.

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At Halter were building world-class virtual fencing technology that transforms the way farmers and ranchers work. We tackle complex real-world problems with technical solutions helping farmers lift productivity care for their animals and farm more sustainably.

Were looking for a Data Analyst to join our virtual fencing research and development team. This is a great role for someone whos passionate about data loves to fully understand their domain and thrives on problem solving.

This role is more than a typical data analyst role and extends beyond analysis in many ways. Youll become an expert in virtual fencing understanding the technology inside out and how animals interact with it. Youll extend into data engineering work close to (maybe even in) the backend so were after someone keen to push the boundaries of what a data analyst role can be.

This role will be based at our Auckland HQ and will sometimes require travel to our R&D farm in Morrinsville.

Youll work as part of a small focused R&D team that is continuously improving the way we virtually fence and shift animals across the globe. Youll spend plenty of time writing queries and crunching the numbers at HQ but youll also be out on the farm observing cows and building your understanding of animal behavior and our product.

Together with our other Data Analyst in the team youll own the guidance data domain. Youll provide insights run trials and proactively identify opportunities for improvement. Youll work with both internal and external partners to enable and support research into the virtual fencing domain.

• Youre highly curious and thrive on solving hard problems. Youre not afraid to ask questions think outside the box and go beyond the scope of whats been asked to make sure your analysis is comprehensive.

• You have strong analytical and statistical skills with a good awareness of common statistical traps that can introduce bias. You bring scientific rigour and accuracy to your work and youre able to sniff out inconsistencies in data and follow them through to root causes.

• Youre comfortable using a variety of tools (e.g. SQL Python R) to query analyse and visualise data and youre keen to extend into data engineering and work close to the backend.

• Youre a hard worker and a quick learner. Our problems require deep knowledge of cow behaviour and our internal systems. You dont need to start with a background in these areas but youll need a proven ability to learn fast and a genuine hunger to do so.

• Youre an effective collaborator and a great teammate. Youll work with all sorts of people both internal and external and youll need to adjust your approach and communication depending on the audience.

• You have a bias for action and are comfortable operating in ambiguity. You break down complex problems using first principles ask the right questions and find a practical way forward.

• You have strong demonstrated experience in a data analysis role and/or a tertiary degree in statistics or a related field.

• Curiosity beyond technology and into farming will be a strong motivation for you. Our farmers expect us to know farming as well as they do understand why they do what they do and identify where they can do it better.

• Delicious snacks and drinks are available for your daily flow.

• Healthy body healthy mind. Were partnered with Southern Cross Health Insurance to support your well-being.

• We offer 6 months of fully paid parental leave for primary caregivers 4 weeks of fully paid secondary caregiver leave and many other parental benefits that support you and your family.

• Our personal growth is important. Halter offers an annual $1000 self-development budget to be used for anything that fuels personal growth.

• Our time to recharge is valued were offered wellness leave and unlimited paid annual leave.

• Importantly we offer an inclusive and attractive remuneration package made up of salary benefits and an employee stock ownership plan.

Theres a reason you visit your friends in person live with your family and dont do dinners over Zoom. Humans are wired for connection. We believe a world-class in-person office culture is the best way for high-performing teams.

Being office first is a core pillar of our culture. We believe in-person connections are key to driving your own growth learning impact and building genuine long-lasting relationships. Strong relationships make it easier to disagree give feedback and do meaningful and aligned work. We dont like having heaps of rules or policies but this means having strong trusted relationships is critical.

Were office first not office only. This means working from the office everyday is our default setting but we flex when we need to. We have a high-trust culture so everyone is trusted to do whats best for Halter.

Our office vibe is something special its hard to describe until youre here but people at Halter who have come from fully remote or hybrid companies say they could never go back - the high energy and spectacular people they are now surrounded by everyday makes work so enjoyable. Your growth your learning and your impact is truly unlimited here and a big part of that comes from being together solving problems innovating building context and constantly learning from each other.

Halter is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace a place where we can each be ourselves and do the best work of our lives. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements women and under-represented groups of candidates tend to only apply when they meet every requirement. If you think you have what it takes but dont necessarily tick every requirement on this job description please still get in touch and apply to Halter. Wed love to chat to see if youll be an epic fit!

If this opportunity sounds like you please apply below by sending through your cover letter explaining why youre excited about this role and working at Halter along with your CV and well be in touch!

Please also feel free to check out the careers page for more information on working at Halter and dont forget to follow us on LinkedIn & Instagram.

• Work that genuinely matters. Every now and again a company comes along that transforms an entire industry and leaves the world in a better place. Our team gets to be part of something truly meaningful helping farmers improve their livelihoods spend more time with their families and build more sustainable operations.

• Spectacular people solving hard problems. Our culture is designed for talented people to do work that changes lives. The team is filled with diverse kind and driven people who push each other to do their best work. Youll be thrown into the deep end tackling complex challenges and building something tangible that solves real problems.

• Youll grow here. Autonomy mastery and learning define how we work. Youll have the freedom to work on interesting problems master new skills and continuously develop yourself both through your role and our $1000 personal growth fund.

• This isnt easy and we love that its hard. Working at Halter will be the most rewarding and the most challenging work of your life. We move fast take bold bets and work hard to reshape an entire industry. As one team member put it: Joining Halter is a bit like strapping yourself to a rocket ship but its an epic journey to be a part of!

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