Quantum Algorithms Scientist: Frontier Research

Amazon; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 171,600 - 222,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Amazon is seeking an Applied Scientist for its Quantum Algorithms Team within the AWS Center for Quantum Computing in Newark, New Jersey. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. and have experience with quantum algorithms, optimization, and high-performance computing. Responsibilities include developing new quantum algorithms, collaborating on research projects, and publishing findings. Amazon offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and sign-on payments, fostering an innovative work environment at the forefront of quantum technology.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or holding a Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Experience in patents or publications at top-tier conferences or journals.
• Experience driving collaborative projects from conception to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members to analyze and optimize existing quantum algorithms.
• Invent new quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computers.
• Publish research papers and present at conferences.

Skills

Algorithms and data structures

Numerical optimization

High-performance computing

Data mining

Parallel and distributed computing

Education

Ph.D. in operations research, applied mathematics, theoretical computer science, or equivalent

Tools

Python

Java

C++

Job description

Amazon is seeking an Applied Scientist for its Quantum Algorithms Team within the AWS Center for Quantum Computing in Newark, New Jersey. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. and have experience with quantum algorithms, optimization, and high-performance computing. Responsibilities include developing new quantum algorithms, collaborating on research projects, and publishing findings. Amazon offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and sign-on payments, fostering an innovative work environment at the forefront of quantum technology.