Applied Scientist, Device Team, AWS Center for Quantum Computing

Amazon; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 142,800 - 193,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs

Sign-on payments

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Flexible Spending Accounts

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon's AWS Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena seeks an Applied Scientist to join the Device Team. The role focuses on physical metrology, cryogenics, and measurement techniques for quantum processors, leveraging a strong physics background and programming skills.

Responsibilities include developing devices, refining metrology methods, and collaborating across physics and engineering disciplines to advance quantum hardware performance.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s degree and 4+ years of science/engineering or related field experience.
• Experience in patents or publications at top-tier conferences or journals.
• Programming experience in Java, C++, Python, or related language.
• Broad experience in experimental physics with the ability to learn new topics.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Part of the PME subgroup within the Device team.
• Work with superconducting films, resonators, junctions, and qubits.
• Develop devices, understand physical principles, identify performance limitations, and enhance capabilities.
• Develop and refine physical metrology methods and devise new ones.
• Design, fabricate, and integrate cryogenics, signal chain, and control software for experiments.
• Provide recommendations to improve next-generation quantum processors based on research findings.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

PhD or Master's degree in a related field

Job description

Applied Scientist, Device Team, AWS Center for Quantum Computing

Job ID: 10386670 | Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc. | Location: Pasadena, CA

The Amazon Web Services Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) in Pasadena, CA; a multi-disciplinary team of experimental and theoretical physicists, materials scientists, hardware and software engineers is seeking an Applied Scientist. Candidates should have a strong foundation in experimental physics, deep knowledge of measurement techniques, and a track record of original scientific contributions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Part of the Physical Metrology and Exploration (PME) subgroup within the Device team.
• Work with basic building blocks of quantum processors – superconducting films, resonators, junctions, and qubits.
• Support CQC’s central activities by developing devices, understanding physical principles, identifying performance limitations, and enhancing capabilities.
• Develop and refine physical metrology methods, devising new ones to gain deeper insights.
• Design, fabricate, and integrate cryogenics, signal chain, and control software for experiments.
• Provide recommendations that improve next‑generation quantum processors based on research findings.

Basic Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s degree and 4+ years of science/technology/engineering or related field experience.
• Experience in patents or publications at top‑tier peer‑reviewed conferences or journals.
• Programming experience in Java, C++, Python, or a related language.
• Broad experience in experimental physics with the ability to learn new topics.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep knowledge and experience in low‑temperature condensed matter physics.

EEO Statement

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Salary

USD 142,800.00 – 193,200.00 annually (Pasadena, CA)

Benefits

• Sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs).
• Health insurance: medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D, optional 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.