About Atomgrid

Atomgrid is on a mission to revolutionize the global specialty chemicals industry. We are creating a new-age, asset-light, R&D-driven; brand that combines pioneering process innovation, market intelligence, and reliable contract manufacturing.

We operate across sectors like Agrochemicals, Surfactants & Emulsifiers, Flavours & Fragrances, and Pharmaceuticals. Our growing team of scientists, technology engineers, and project managers are committed to delivering world-class solutions - on time, at the right price, and with unmatched quality.

We are founded by IIT & IIM alumni and backed by marquee VCs in India.

Position: R&D; Team Leader - API / Active Ingredient Synthesis
Location: Bengaluru, India (Bommasandra)

Job Overview

We're looking for an experienced R&D; Team Leader - API / Active Ingredient Synthesis to lead process research and development projects in our Agrochemicals business. The role involves managing a team of scientists while remaining hands-on at the bench, driving process development, optimization, validation, and scale-up from lab to pilot plant.



This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to developing cost-effective, protected, and commercially viable technologies for key agrochemical active ingredients.

Key Requirements
- Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry with 3-5 years of relevant experience, or M.Sc. in Chemistry with 12-15 years of relevant experience in Agrochemical R&D;, API synthesis, or process development.
- Strong experience in process development, optimization, validation, and scale-up of chemical processes from laboratory to pilot plant.
- Prior experience in the Agrochemical or Pharmaceutical API industry, with exposure to process research and development, technology transfer, and commercialization of specialty chemical or active ingredient molecules.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing cost-effective, scalable, and commercially viable manufacturing processes.

Skills and Responsibilities
- Proven ability to l

📌 R&d Team Leader (Bengaluru)
🏢 Atomgrid
📍 Bengaluru