Quantum Research Scientist, Processor Test & Measurement, AWS Center for Quantum Computing

Amazon • Pasadena, CA

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About The Position

The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is
looking to hire a Quantum Research Scientist in the Processor Test and
Measurement group. 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 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.

We are looking to hire a Research Scientist to develop and test novel
calibration and optimization tools for Quantum Error Correction on large scale
quantum processors. You will be on a team of engineers and scientists at the
frontier of quantum processor control and error correction. You are expected to
take part in 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.

Requirements

• PhD in electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics or physics
• 3 years experience characterizing quantum systems through measurement, with demonstrated ability to validate and interpret data using theory or simulation tools
• Proficient in a scientific programming environment
• Experience working on multi-team, cross-disciplinary project

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in superconducting qubits, cavity/circuit QED, and microwave control of superconducting circuits
• Knowledge of two-qubit gate dynamics, readout modeling techniques, and low-level pulse optimization
• Experience with automated quantum processor bring-up and optimization for QEC applications

Responsibilities

• develop and test novel calibration and optimization tools for Quantum Error Correction on large scale quantum processors
• take part in high-impact research projects that intersect with our engineering roadmap

Benefits

• 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
• parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree