Quantum Applied Scientist, Processor Test & Measurement, Amazon Center for Quantum Computing

Amazon
Pasadena, CA
Category Engineering
Job Description
Role Overview

Join a multi-disciplinary team of physicists, materials scientists, and engineers working at the forefront of quantum computing. Focus on verifying and validating circuit components for quantum error correction codes.

What You Will Do

Collaborate with theory and processor design teams to develop experimental test plans, characterize QEC code building blocks, design experiments to separate effects, and investigate discrepancies between measured and expected behavior.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Strong engineering principles, resourcefulness, problem-solving, and clear communication are essential. A track record of original scientific contributions is preferred.

Requirements

  • Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language
  • Master's degree or above in electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics or physics
  • Experience working on multi-team, cross-disciplinary projects

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave
  • Sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs)
  • Flexible spending accounts, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage
]]>