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Quantum Research Scientist, Hardware - AWS Center for Quantum Computing

Amazon, Pasadena, California, United States, 91122


Quantum Research Scientist, Hardware - AWS Center for Quantum Computing

Job ID: 2609945 | Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

- PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of quantitative field research experience- Experience analyzing both experimental and observational data sets- Knowledge of R, MATLAB, Python or similar scripting languageDESCRIPTION

The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire a Quantum Research Scientist. You will join a multi-disciplinary team of theoretical and experimental physicists, materials scientists, and hardware and software engineers working at the forefront of quantum computing. You should have a deep and broad knowledge of experimental measurement techniques.

Candidates with a track record of original scientific contributions in experimental device physics will be preferred. We are looking for candidates with strong engineering principles, resourcefulness and a bias for action, superior problem solving, and excellent communication skills. Working effectively within a team environment is essential. As a research scientist you will be expected to work on new ideas and stay abreast of the field of experimental quantum computation.

Key job responsibilitiesAs a research scientist you will be responsible for building experiments that encompass the integrated stack: design, fabrication, cryogenics, signal chain, and control stack software. Based on your tests you will provide recommendations that improve our next-generation quantum processors.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience with agile development- Experience with experimental design- A proven track record of published experimental results in superconducting circuits.Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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