Applied Scientist - Quantum Resource Estimation and Benchmarking, Amazon Braket

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

Job summary

Amazon is seeking an Applied Scientist for Quantum Resource Estimation and Benchmarking to contribute to their quantum computing capabilities. You will own resource estimation and workload benchmarking for fault-tolerant quantum workloads on AWS, informing technical decisions and customer interactions.

The ideal candidate will possess a PhD in Physics or related fields, have strong Python skills, and experience in quantum error correction and computational models. This role is based in San Francisco, California, with a salary ranging from $142,800 to $193,200 annually.

Qualifications

• Research background in quantum error correction focused on resource estimation.
• Experience building computational models for quantum systems.
• Familiarity with multiple qubit modalities (superconducting, trapped ion, or neutral atom).

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain FTQC resource estimation models.
• Develop benchmarking frameworks for compilation quality evaluation.
• Produce resource estimates for technical decisions and customer readiness.

Skills

Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Java, or Perl

Strong programming skills in Python

Familiarity with QEC concepts

Education

PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft QRE

Job description

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Applied Scientist - Quantum Resource Estimation and Benchmarking, Amazon Braket\<\/h3\> \

Amazon Braket is investing in fault‑tolerant quantum computing capabilities. We are looking for an Applied Scientist to own resource estimation and workload benchmarking for fault‑tolerant quantum workloads on AWS. Your models will inform technical decisions, customer conversations, and our roadmap.\<\/p\> \

Key Responsibilities\<\/h3\> \

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• Build and maintain FTQC resource estimation models that determine qubit counts, gate depths, and error budgets for target algorithms\<\/li\> \
• Develop benchmarking frameworks that evaluate compilation quality against realistic hardware constraints\<\/li\> \
• Produce resource estimates that inform technical decisions and feed into customer readiness work led by the Applications & Engagement team\<\/li\> \
• Collaborate with the QEC compilation scientists on how resource estimates feed back into code selection and optimization\<\/li\> \
• Connect benchmarking outputs to published materials in coordination with Braket's science and product teams\<\/li\> \
• Stay current with the rapidly evolving QEC literature and incorporate new results into estimation models\<\/li\> \

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Basic Qualifications\<\/h3\> \

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• Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Java, or Perl\<\/li\> \
• PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field with a focus on quantum computing\<\/li\> \
• Research background in quantum error correction (not limited to resource estimation alone)\<\/li\> \
• Experience building computational models for quantum systems\<\/li\> \
• Strong programming skills in Python; familiarity with at least one compiled language (C++, Rust, or Julia) for performance‑sensitive implementations\<\/li\> \
• Familiarity with QEC concepts: error correction codes, logical operations, decoding strategies\<\/li\> \

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Preferred Qualifications\<\/h3\> \

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• Experience with resource estimation for fault‑tolerant quantum algorithms (e.g., using tools like Microsoft QRE or custom estimation frameworks)\<\/li\> \
• Background in error correction code analysis and logical circuit design\<\/li\> \
• Experience benchmarking quantum hardware or quantum software toolchains\<\/li\> \
• Familiarity with multiple qubit modalities (superconducting, trapped ion, or neutral atom)\<\/li\> \
• Publications in resource estimation, QEC, or fault‑tolerant quantum computation\<\/li\> \
• Experience translating technical results into customer‑facing communications or product definitions\<\/li\> \

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Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.\<\/p\> \

USA, WA, Seattle - 142,800.00 - 193,200.00 USD annually\<\/p\>