Principal of Poultry Applications (f/m/d)

Orbem is an impact-driven deep-tech scaleup with global reach, founded in Munich, Germany and now expanding internationally with our newest office in Houston, Texas. 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 Poultry Applications (f/m/d)

• Start date: January 2026

• Yearly Salary: €120,000 - €135,000 (fixed range, annual gross)

• Equity: €120,000 - €180,000 in company shares

• Benefits: up to €5,000 annually

• Work Model: Full-time, hybrid (based in Munich)

Your role

As Principal of Poultry Applications, 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 poultry, 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 poultry 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.

Experience and skills

• You have 7+ years of experience in the poultry or other parts of the poultry 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.

• You have strong data science skills and can analyze, interpret and leverage valuable information out of various data sources.

Leadership and Communication

• You are fluent in English.

• 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

• German language skills.

• 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: Join a team with 40+ nationalities across 5 continents, all driven by a shared purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges.

Attractive Compensation Package:

• Stock Options: Share in Orbem’s success.

• Visa & Relocation Support: Seamless support for your move to Germany.

• Learning & Development: €1,750 annual budget for personal growth.

• Fitness Membership: Access to Urban Sports Club or Wellpass.

• Childcare Reimbursement: Support for Kita/Kindergarten fees.

• Deutschland Ticket: Full coverage of public transportation.

Work-Life Integration:

• Flexible Hours & Home Office: Work when and where it suits you.

• WFH Perks: Get €185 to upgrade your home office + a sleek external monitor on us!

• 30 Days Paid Leave: Plenty of time to recharge.

• Personal Leave: Flexibility for life’s important moments.

• Work from Anywhere: Experience new cultures and environments for up to 60 days per year.

Make a Difference: Join an ambitious, fast-growing team working on breakthrough technology. In our scale-up environment, you’ll have the freedom to lead your projects and make an impact. We provide a platform for you to explore, innovate, and define your vision for the future. At Orbem, we’re committed to helping you discover your strengths, and while we aim to teach you, we also want to learn from you. 

Your team

As our Principal of Poultry Applications, 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!