Scientific Software Developer

About the position

We’re seeking a Scientific Software Developer / Senior Scientific Software Developer to join us in our mission to improve human health and quality of life through the development, distribution, and application of advanced computational methods! Schrödinger is on the cutting edge of computer-aided drug discovery and materials science, and our software suites continue to revolutionize the design of therapeutics and materials. FEP+, WaterMap, Glide, Maestro, and LiveDesign are just a few examples of the tools we’ve created. As a member of our Force Fields team, you’ll apply sound engineering fundamentals and test-driven development to write clear, highly-organized, and maintainable code. Your work will support the development of atomistic physics-based models with unprecedented levels of accuracy to facilitate breakthroughs in computer-aided chemical discovery.

Responsibilities

• Work on core force field libraries in Python and modern C++
• Collaborate with scientists to explore and implement new force field terms
• Upgrade and optimize existing workflows for scalability and reliability

Requirements

• A Master’s or PhD in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or a related field
• Intermediate-level knowledge of the Python programming language
• At least two years of professional or open-source software development experience
• An interest in adopting best engineering practices
• Knowledge of modern C++ features

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with the application of molecular simulation and QM methods in model validation

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Stock options
• Healthcare (with dental and vision)
• 401k
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Flexible work schedule
• Parental leave program
• Catered meals in the office
• Relaxed but engaged company culture
• Over a month of paid vacation time
• Fun company-wide events