Operations Lead Data

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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Farmers make better decisions when they know whats happening in their paddocks and across their herds. The data we collect on the ground is what makes that possible. Every measurement feeds the systems that power our platform.

This role owns that pipeline end to end. Youll build and lead our in-field data collection operation: recruiting and training regional contractors designing the protocols they follow and defining how we capture pasture forage and animal data. Youll be the person who turns we need ground truth data on X into a crew in a paddock collecting it well and makes sure what comes back is ready to power our next generation of value delivery to farmers.

Office-based with regular trips into the field. Youll work closely with our machine learning team but you dont need to be one of them. If youve run field trials led agronomic research or managed distributed field crews this is built for you.

Build and lead the field collection crew

• Recruit onboard and retain a network of regional contractors who collect data on our behalf

• Train collectors on protocols tools and quality standards and keep them sharp as those evolve

• Manage day-to-day operations across regions including scheduling logistics and seasonal ramp-ups

Design how we collect data

• Define and document protocols for capturing pasture forage and animal data in the field

• Evaluate and roll out new collection techniques and technologies as the platform grows

• Get out in the field regularly to pressure-test protocols and spot issues before they become patterns

Own data quality and flow

• Make sure data coming in is consistent accurate and fit for use

• Build feedback loops between collectors and the engineering team so issues get caught and corrected fast

• Grow our datasets over time balancing coverage quality and cost

Partner with the machine learning teams

• Translate model needs into collection plans the field crew can actually execute

• Flag whats working whats not and where the next investment should go

• Demonstrated ownership of a process comparable to a data/annotation operation end-to-end (collection and/or labelling) including quality systems and delivery against schedules.

• Comfort translating ambiguous engineering team needs into precise operational specs: label definitions edge-case handling escalation rules and measurable acceptance criteria.

• Capability to move with urgency: Of the Halter Operating principles moving with urgency is particularly relevant. Data collection is one of the most laborious phases of model development. The faster it moves the faster we can deliver value to farmers and ranchers.

• Strong service mindset: you are passionate about making the cross-functional system work and passionate about the success of your client teams (ML engineering teams).
  

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!

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• 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!