Amazon

Senior Applied Scientist, Center for Quantum Computing: Device Team

Amazon$167K — $226K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, or related field with 5+ years of experience
  • Proven research experience in quantum physics with impactful contributions
  • Expertise in superconducting circuit design and microwave engineering
  • Strong background in scientific programming environments
  • Experience in collaborative, multi-disciplinary project work

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and measurement of superconducting qubits
  • Develop and optimize simulations to predict device performance
  • Enhance model accuracy to align simulated outcomes with experimental results
  • Present scientific findings internally and to the broader community
  • Evaluate new research that may influence device design

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Support for adoption and surrogacy
  • Mental health and wellness programs
Full Job Description
As a Senior Quantum Applied Scientist on our Device team, you will be a technical authority and driving force in the design and measurements of novel superconducting qubits. You will lead detailed simulation and measurement efforts to explain experimental results, inform new qubit designs, and optimize device performance, working collaboratively with our design, fabrication, processor, and exploratory research teams. This is a role with significant room for innovation: you will play a key role in finding paths towards more performant devices.

We are looking for a seasoned researcher with deep expertise in superconducting circuit physics plus a proven track record of bridging design, simulation, and measurement. Success in this role requires both technical depth and a genuine passion for applied, collaborative work. The ideal candidate will excel at communication across disciplines - translating detailed analyses into actionable guidance for engineering teams - and will bring the experience and judgment to identify innovations that will have the greatest impact.

Key job responsibilities
• Develop simulations to predict device performance, then design and measure devices that leverage the understood scalings.
• Reduce the gap between simulated predictions and measurements by building more accurate models.
• Communicate scientific findings across the CQC, and, when appropriate, share results externally via conference presentations and publications in scientific journals
• Identify and evaluate emerging research developments that could impact design decisions

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience working on multi-team, cross-disciplinary projects

- Expertise in superconducting circuit design, as well as microwave engineering

- A demonstrated track record of original, impactful research in quantum physics

- Proficiency in a scientific programming environment

- PhD in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, or an equivalent degree in a similar field, and 5+ years of related experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Expertise in superconducting qubits and their core operations - gates, readout, reset, etc.

- Familiarity with bosonic codes, erasure/dual-rail qubits, or protected qubits

- Experience setting technical direction for a research team or initiative.

- Familiarity with quantum error correction and fault tolerant logic

- Familiarity with the challenges of fabricating superconducting devices

- Familiarity with cryogenic and RF measurement hardware

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 - 167,100.00 - 226,100.00 USD annually

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