Principal Scientist

3 days ago

Hyderabad, Telangana, India Enveda Full time ₹ 20,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

Let's build the future of medicine—together. 

Join Enveda as an Principal Scientist, Medicinal Chemistry in Hyderabad, India, and help us transform natural compounds into life-changing medicines. We're a team driven by curiosity and innovation—are you ready to make a difference?

On-Site | Hyderabad, India | Full-Time | 

What Makes Us EnvedaLife is smart, and we can learn from it. We're reinventing drug discovery by harnessing nature's intelligence. Our platform identifies new medicines four times faster than the industry standard—because patients can't wait. What sets Enveda apart isn't just what we do—it's how we do it. Our culture is built on creativity, collaboration, and deep respect for each other. We believe "People Create All Value," and our success is driven by the extraordinary team turning our mission into reality every day.

We're proud of the momentum we've built:

 - Jan 2024: Named a LinkedIn "Top Startup to Watch" 

- Mar 2024: Forbes America's Best Startup Employers 

- Oct 2024: First drug to Phase 1 Clinical Trials -

-Dec 2024: Raised a $130M Series C

These milestones reflect the impact of our team and we're just getting started, but they're only possible because of the diverse talent, perspectives, and relentless drive of our team, and people like you.

Your Role in Our Mission

At Enveda, every role drives impact. As a Principal Scientist in our Hyderabad Chemistry team, you will play a key role in advancing Enveda's discovery programs. You will independently design molecules, solve synthetic challenges, and lead a team of chemists. Working closely with medicinal chemists and cross-functional collaborators, you will help transform scientific ideas into novel medicines.

You will report to the Director/AVP, Chemistry.

What You'll Do
  • Lead the design and synthesis of molecules for SAR development, analyze data, and decide next steps.
  • Execute and oversee multi-step reactions, compound characterization, and synthetic route optimization.
  • Apply medicinal chemistry principles to design structural modifications, improve properties, and address IP considerations.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams and contribute innovative ideas to research projects.
  • Mentor and manage a team of 5–10 chemists, driving productivity and scientific excellence.
  • Maintain compliance with Enveda's SOPs, notebook standards, and IP protection processes.
  • Present progress and outcomes in team meetings.
We're Looking For:
  • PhD in Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry.
  • 10–15 years of experience in medicinal chemistry or preclinical discovery (CRO/IDD setting preferred).
  • Strong expertise in synthetic organic chemistry, rational drug design, and SAR analysis.
  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate novelty, make sound decisions, and deliver innovative solutions.
  • Proven leadership experience managing a team of chemists.
  • Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
  • Integrity, high ethical standards, and a passion for teamwork.
  • If you don't meet every requirement but feel passionate about the role, we still encourage you to apply.

If you're passionate about innovation and impact, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every requirement.

Our Values: Curiosity | Agency | Journey | Charity | Unity

Benefits: Culture | Medical | Block Leaves | Work-Life Harmony 

At Enveda, we're building a place where everyone can do the best work of their life. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in all its forms. 

Apply now and join a team committed to shaping the future of drug discovery.

  • Principal Applied Scientist

    2 weeks ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Microsoft Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 20,00,000 per year

    Be the voice behind the future—join us to build transformative speech technology for multilingual, intelligent experiences that reach billions.  Microsoft is pioneering next-generation AI-driven speech solutions for voice agents, video translation, and call centre analytics. As a Principal Applied Scientist in Microsoft's Azure Speech team, you will...

  • Lead Principal Data Scientist

    1 week ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Cornerstone OnDemand Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

    We're looking for a*Lead Principal Data ScientistThis role isOffice Based, Hyderabad Office*We're looking for a highly experienced and innovative Lead Principal Data Scientist to drive the development and adoption of our LLM Platform and Generative AI initiatives. In this pivotal role, you'll be instrumental in shaping our AI strategy, architecting scalable...

  • Principal Scientist, Invivo Pharmacology

    1 week ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Own and initiate. Full time ₹ 20,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

    Proud to be recognized as one of Forbes' America's Best Startups Also proud to be recognized as a Most Loved Workplace Enveda is looking for a Principal Scientist, In vivo Pharmacology to join our team in Hyderabad, India. The Contribution You Will Make We are looking for an innovative and self-motivated candidate for the role of Principal Scientist to...

  • Data Scientist

    2 weeks ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Jaggaer Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

    Overview:Data Scientist (Generative AI & Agents)Role overviewWe're looking for a data scientist with strong analytical and machine learning foundations who is eager to grow into the world of generative AI and autonomous agents. You'll apply statistical rigor and ML skills to solve real-world problems, while contributing to the design and evaluation of...

  • Lead Staff Data Scientist

    1 week ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Cornerstone OnDemand Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

    We're looking for a*Lead Staff Data ScientistThis role isOffice Based, Hyderabad Office*We're looking for a highly experienced and innovative Lead Principal Data Scientist to drive the development and adoption of our LLM Platform and Generative AI initiatives. In this pivotal role, you'll be instrumental in shaping our AI strategy, architecting scalable...

  • Principal/Senior AI Engineer

    7 days ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India YO IT CONSULTING Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

    Job Description :Title : Principal/ Senior AI Engineer- Graph Data ScienceExperience : 4 to 7 yearsLocation : HyderabadMust Haves :AI/Machine Learning/Neural NetworkRole And Responsibilities : We are seeking a highly skilled Principal/Senior AI Engineer Graph Data Science to join our advanced analytics and AI team. The ideal candidate will have strong...

  • Principal Applied Science Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Microsoft Full time ₹ 20,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

    Follow-on Suggestions are suggestions that appear after an AI or search engine responds to a user query, such as suggestions/prompts in Copilot Search or the People Also Ask and Related Searches experiences in Bing. These suggestions help users quickly continue their search, complete their tasks and explore related topics. The Follow-on Suggestions team in...

  • Principal/Senior Data Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Connect2Talent Full time

    Job Description : Principal/Senior Data Engineer Product DevelopmentLocation : Hyderabad / Mumbai (Onsite)Experience : 48 YearsEmployment Type : Full-Time, PayrollDuration : the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Principal/Senior Data Engineer to join our core Product Development team. You will play a critical role in designing and implementing...

  • Principal Engineering Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Microsoft Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

    Principal Engineering ManagerHyderabad, Telangana, IndiaDate postedSep 26, 2025Job number1882773Work site3 days / week in-officeTravel0-25%Role typePeople ManagerProfessionSoftware EngineeringDisciplineSoftware EngineeringEmployment typeFull-TimeOverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Principal Engineering Manager to lead our Calendaring in...

  • Senior Data Scientist

    1 week ago

    Hyderabad, Telangana, India Brillio Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 30,00,000 per year

    Principal Data ScientistPrimary SkillsHypothesis Testing, T-Test, Z-Test, Regression (Linear, Logistic), Python/PySpark, SAS/SPSS, Statistical analysis and computing, Probabilistic Graph Models, Great Expectation, Evidently AI, Forecasting (Exponential Smoothing, ARIMA, ARIMAX), Tools(KubeFlow, BentoML), Classification (Decision Trees, SVM), ML Frameworks...