Associate QA Scientist - Automation, Hyderabad

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Associate to join us in our mission to improve human health and quality of life through advanced computational methods!

Schrödinger is on the cutting edge of computer-aided drug discovery and materials science. We set the record for the world’s largest and fastest cloud computing run, and our software suites continue to revolutionize the design of novel therapeutics and materials. FEP+, Glide, Maestro, WaterMap, and LiveDesign are just a few examples of the programs we’ve created.

As a member of the LiveDesign team, you’ll join a group of passionate engineers, entrepreneurs, scientists, and tinkerers in their efforts to develop a rich web application that allows scientists to leverage the power of physics-based simulations through all stages of the drug discovery process. You’ll be deeply embedded in the team from your very first day, leading new feature build-outs from conception to completion.

Who Will Love This Job

• A chemistry enthusiast who’s interested in the interplay between science and technology
• An astute engineer who enjoys tinkering with software
• A conscientious programmer with a knack for developing testing tools
• A motivated problem solver who’s comfortable with working both independently and in a group

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement testing strategies for web based real-time enterprise informatics platform used in drug-discovery and materials science research
• Perform regular iterations of interactive testing
• Validating the bug fixes and new enhancements
• Create and maintain automated tests, mimicking user interactions, using Selenium
• Owning testing of 'New Feature' and participating and contributing in its development discussions, bringing in scientific insights to improve the end user experience.

What You Should Have

• Bachelors in Engineering or Master in Computer Applications (MCA) with 1-2 years of experience.
• Strong analytical, logical and problem solving skills as well as excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Significant attention to detail, be highly motivated and comfortable working under deadlines, and the ability to be both self-directed yet work well within a team

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, or sexual orientation. 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.