Principal of New Frontiers in Aviculture

Orbem is an impact-driven deep-tech startup from Munich, Germany. We develop fast, accurate, and accessible imaging solutions that provide access to otherwise unattainable sources of knowledge. We seek to make a difference – and develop solutions to sustainably feed the world, accelerate the transition to a green economy, and transform disease detection.

Join us on our mission to unleash AI-powered imaging for everything and everyone.

Principal of New Frontiers in Aviculture (f/m/d)

Starting date: December 2024
Compensation package: €120,000 - €135,000 in yearly salary, €120,000 - €180,000 in equity. Additionally, up to €5,000/year in company benefits
Work model: Hybrid in Munich, Germany

Your Role

As Principal of New Frontiers in Aviculture, you will lead and build our innovative applications in the field of aviculture.

You will collaborate closely with industry experts to identify the impact and value of our upcoming technological developments and devise strategies for each case.

Additionally, you will establish and strengthen internal and external collaborations, including customer relationships, to enable key processes that create significant value and impact in aviculture.

Your day-to-day

You will be focusing on the following areas:

• Identifying new applications, by being at the forefront of technological developments in the aviculture, you build a deep understanding of the critical challenges of the industry.
• Establishing collaborations, forming strategic partnerships with the industry as well as research institutions to leverage the expertise and resources and mutually  unfold knowledge potential.   
• Conducting strategic assessments of new opportunities, identifying those with the highest impact and potential.
• External representation, leading efforts in publications relevant to technological developments and innovation, as well as representing Orbem in fairs and conferences.
• Spearheading through ownership Orbem’s efforts in bringing new aviculture applications into the market.

Your experiences and skills

Fit to our values

• We own every challenge: we enjoy complexity and thrive under uncertainty.
• We strive for better: we seize any opportunity for growth and challenge the status quo. We are constantly learning and improving.
• We imagine new frontiers: we think beyond ‘doable’ and ‘reasonable’. We design a sustainable and healthy future together.

Aviculture experience

• You have 7+ years of experience in the poultry or other parts of the aviculture industry.
• You understand the concept of new applications development as well as the standard operational flows in the field.
• You have a deep understanding of the avian biology and life cycle.

Leadership and communication 

• You are fluent in English, German is preferred. 
• You leverage your critical thinking and analytical skills in decision-making.
• You are analytical, structured, and persistent, with excellent communication skills.
• You can provide leadership and mentorship to a team of business development professionals and scientists.
• You enjoy building collaborative relationships.

What makes you stand out from other candidates

• You have previous entrepreneurial experience and have worked in high-tech startup environments with rapid growth.
• You are excited about innovation and enjoy careful examination of technological developments.
• You have experience working with customers in food, agriculture, or biology.

What we offer

• International environment: 5 different continents, 30+ different nationalities driven by the same purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges.
• Attractive package: Participate in Orbem’s success through stock options, which you receive on top of your salary. We offer visa and relocation support, a yearly Learning & Development budget of €1,750, Fitness club membership (USC, Wellpass), Kita/Kindergarten fee reimbursement, Deutschland ticket coverage, and more.
• Work-life balance: We commit to creating an environment where our employees can find the necessary balance. In addition to flexible working hours, a home office, 30 days per year of paid leave, and sick child leave, you will also be able to work from abroad (for up to 60 days every year) while experiencing new cultures and environments.
• Make a difference: You’ll work in a scale-up environment with the freedom to drive your projects and make a visible impact.
• You join an ambitious team working on breakthrough technology. We offer you a plain playing field to explore and design. During your time with Orbem, we support you in discovering your strengths and defining a vision for your professional future. We hope to teach you some things, but more importantly, we also want to learn from you.

Your team

As Principal of New Frontiers in Aviculture, you become part of our diverse and international team. Learn more about the team members, their work, and challenges here: www.orbem.ai

At Orbem, we're committed to building a smart, diverse team, and we recognize that self-doubt can prevent talented individuals from applying. If you feel you don't meet every requirement, we'd love to hear from you anyway!