The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire a Quantum Applied Scientist in the Test and Measurement group. You will be joining a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technicians, all working at the forefront of quantum computing to innovate for the benefit of our customers.
You should have a deep and broad knowledge of experimental measurement techniques, and how to develop and automate them in software, towards improving the performance of quantum processors on the path towards delivering a fault-tolerant quantum computer.
Key job responsibilities
We are looking to hire an Applied Scientist focused on calibrating and optimizing the performance of integrated quantum processors. In this role, you will:
- develop novel calibration and optimization routines
- test and validate these experimental routines on processors hosted in a cryogenic environment
- automate these routines to verify the expected performance of the processors at scale
- contribute to novel quantum error correction demonstrations.
You are expected to develop and lead high-impact research projects that intersect with our engineering roadmap. We are looking for candidates with strong engineering principles and resourcefulness. Organization and communication skills are essential.
A day in the life
As an Applied Scientist in the Test and Measurement group you characterize the integrated quantum processors designed and fabricated at CQC. To do so, you will:
- collaborate with Software Development Engineers to develop and test novel calibration and optimization tools in software
- work with System Engineers to set component level requirements as we scale processor complexity
- work with quantum error correction (QEC) theorists to evaluate and improve the logical performance of these processors.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of building models for business application experience
- PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of CS, CE, ML or related field experience
- Experience in patents or publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals
- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language
- Experience in any of the following areas: algorithms and data structures, parsing, numerical optimization, data mining, parallel and distributed computing, high-performance computing
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience using Unix/Linux
- Experience in professional software development
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, CA, Pasadena - 142,800.00 - 193,200.00 USD annually