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Quantum Hardware Engineer, Amazon's Center for Quantum Computing, Device Team

Amazon$122K — $160K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics, or equivalent.
  • Proficient in a scripting language (Python, R, etc.).
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication abilities with a focus on teamwork.
  • Familiarity with measurement tools like oscilloscopes or frequency analyzers.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders for accelerated learning initiatives.
  • Execute scientific measurements according to established test standards.
  • Produce clear and detailed documentation of processes and outcomes.
  • Streamline system integration and optimize throughput.
  • Build, run, and debug automated measurement sequences efficiently.
  • Maintain assigned instruments autonomously.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
  • 401(k) matching program.
  • Paid time off and parental leave.
  • Financial support for adoption and surrogacy.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health support.
Full Job Description
Amazon's Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire a Hardware Development Engineer. You will join a multi-disciplinary team of experimental and theoretical physicists, materials scientists, and hardware and software engineers working at the forefront of quantum computing. We are looking for candidates who exemplify strong engineering principles, resourcefulness, a bias for action, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and really good communication skills. Working effectively within a team environment is essential. A robust background in physics or engineering is required. Effective day-to-day scripting skills are also critical for this role. Practical laboratory experience and a comprehensive grasp of experimental techniques and instrumentation are also necessary.

Key job responsibilities

A successful candidate will play a key role in our accelerated learning initiatives, requiring adept coordination with cross-functional stakeholders, meticulous execution of scientific measurements under established test standards, the production of clear and accurate documentation, streamlining of system integration, throughput optimization, and autonomous maintenance of assigned instruments. An ability to build, run, and debug automated measurement sequences is a key responsibility of this role.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics or equivalent

- Knowledge of a scripting language (Python, R, etc.)

- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities

- Knowledge of tools and measurement devices (oscilloscope, frequency analyzer, or equivalent)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience working in a fast-paced, team environment

- Experience working with cryogenic systems

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 - 122,600.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

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