Scientific Software Engineer, Hit Discovery

We’re seeking a Scientific Software Engineer in Hit Discovery to join us in our mission to improve human health and quality of life through the development, distribution, and application of advanced computational methods.

Our Hit Discovery group builds computational workflows that combine state-of-the-art machine learning with chemical physics to efficiently evaluate billions of potential drug molecules on the cloud. As a member of our team, you’ll collaborate with research scientists to improve the accuracy and applicability of these methods and turn them into robust, scalable software products. 

Who will love this job:

• A proficient Python/C++ programmer who is enthusiastic about clean, well-tested code
• A fast learner who thrives with large codebases and datasets
• A skilled developer who feels at home in UNIX/Linux environments (familiarity with Windows is a plus)
• An excellent verbal and written communicator who enjoys working independently and as part of a team

What you’ll do:

• Work on high-level workflow development in Python while maintaining and improving high-performance backends (mostly C++)
• Collaborate with in-house research scientists who use our computational methods for high-impact drug discovery projects

What you should have:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in chemistry, physics, computer science, or a related field, with at least one semester of organic chemistry
• At least two years of software development experience (please let us know about your open-source contributions!)

Pay and perks:   Schrödinger understands it’s people that make a company great. Because of this, we’re prepared to offer a competitive salary, stock options, and a wide range of benefits that include healthcare (with dental and vision), a 401k, pre-tax commuter benefits, a flexible work schedule, and a parental leave program. We have regular catered meals in the office, a company culture that is relaxed but engaged, and over a month of paid vacation time.  Our Office Management team also plans a myriad of fun company-wide events. New York is home to our largest office, but we have teams all over the world. Schrödinger is honored to have been included in Crain's New York Best Places to Work, BuiltIn's NYC Best Place to Work, and Newsweek's list of America's 100 Most Loved Workplaces.    Estimated base salary range: $120,000 - $180,000. Actual compensation package is dependent on a number of factors, including, for example, experience, education, degrees held, market data, and business needs. If you have any questions regarding the compensation for this role, do not hesitate to reach out to a member of our Strategic Growth team.   Sound exciting? Apply today and join us!   As an equal opportunity employer, Schrödinger hires outstanding individuals into every position in the company. People who work with us have a high degree of engagement, a commitment to working effectively in teams, and a passion for the company's mission. We place the highest value on creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and contribute, and refuse to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, age, disability, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. To us, "diversity" isn't just a buzzword, but an important element of our core principles and key business practices. We believe that diverse companies innovate better and think more creatively than homogenous ones because they take into account a wide range of viewpoints. For us, greater diversity doesn't mean better headlines or public images - it means increased adaptability and profitability.