Quantum Signal Train Engineer Internship, Amazon Center for Quantum Computing

Amazon; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

A leading technology company in Pasadena seeks a Quantum Signal Train Engineer Intern for a 12-week internship. The role involves designing cryogenic and room temperature hardware for controlling quantum processors and requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or related fields. Candidates must possess hands-on lab skills and knowledge of CAE tools. The internship offers a competitive salary range of $136,000 - $184,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work 40 hours/week for 12 weeks.
• Must relocate to the internship location.
• Strong hands-on lab skills required.
• Experience with circuit design and analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design cryogenic PCB-based hardware for signal conditioning.
• Develop tests for hardware validation with quantum devices.
• Explore technologies for viable quantum computing.

Skills

Hands-on lab skills

Knowledge of CAE tools

Experience with VHDL

Knowledge of RF/Microwave theory

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Technology, Science, Operations Research, Robotics, Mathematics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Signal analyzers

Soldering equipment

Job description

Quantum Signal Train Engineer Internship, Amazon Center for Quantum Computing

Job ID: 10387501 | Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.

The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire an Applied Science intern who will specialize in hardware signal train design for quantum computing. Working alongside other scientists and engineers, you will design and validate hardware performing the control and readout functions for Amazon quantum processors, from room to cryogenic temperatures. Candidates must have a solid background in analog or mixed-signal design at the PCB level. Working effectively within a cross-functional team environment is critical.

Key Responsibilities

• Design cryogenic and room temperature printed circuit board based hardware used for signal conditioning and control functions.
• Develop tests to validate hardware with both benchtop and cryogenic test setups with quantum devices.
• Explore enabling control technologies necessary for Amazon to produce commercially viable quantum computers.

Basic Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to a 12 week internship.
• Can relocate to where the internship is based.
• Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Technology, Science, Operations Research, Robotics, Mathematics or related fields.
• Hands‑on lab skills, including use of oscilloscopes, power supplies, signal analyzers, and soldering equipment.
• Working knowledge of at least one computer aided engineering (CAE) circuit and mechanical design tool.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in designing experiments and statistical analysis of results.
• Publications at top‑tier peer‑reviewed conferences or journals.
• Solid background in the use of basic electrical circuit blocks such as op‑amps, biasing circuits, filtering, low‑speed data converters, and microprocessors.
• Previous experience with VHDL.
• Familiarity with RF/Microwave circuit theory, including transmission lines and impedance matching.

Benefits

The base salary range for this position is $136,000.00 - $184,000.00 annually. 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 offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance, and 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. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. We also comply with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance; qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered.