Applied Scientist, Processor, Amazon Center Quantum Computing

The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA is hiring an Applied Scientist in the Processor Test and Measurement group. The role focuses on verifying and validating the circuit components that make up a quantum error correction (QEC) code – gates, reset, and readout – and on understanding how component performance contributes to overall QEC performance.

We are looking for someone who enjoys connecting component‑level measurements to integrated system behavior, is motivated by cross‑team collaboration, and has a comfort with error budgeting – reasoning about where component performance comes from and what limits it.

• Collaborating with theory and processor design teams to develop experimental test plans that validate new processor designs and check that fabricated devices meet their intent.
• Characterizing the building blocks of a QEC code and building error budgets that explain and bound their performance.
• Designing experiments that help separate effects such as crosstalk and spectator interactions from intrinsic component performance.
• Prototyping calibration and measurement approaches that can later be matured for automated, large‑scale processor bring‑up and QEC demonstrations.
• Investigating discrepancies between measured and expected behavior, and feeding what you learn back into design and theory.

• Experience in patents or publications at top‑tier peer‑reviewed conferences or journals.
• Experience programming in Java, C++, Python, or a related language.
• PhD in electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics, or physics.
• Experience designing experiments and performing statistical analysis of results.
• At least 3 years experience characterizing quantum systems through measurement, with demonstrated ability to validate and interpret data using theory or simulation tools.

• 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.
• Expertise in the measurement and theory of multiplexed readout of quantum systems.
• Experience with automated quantum processor bring‑up and optimization for QEC applications.

Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be either a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or otherwise eligible to obtain a U.S. export license. If you are unsure if you meet these requirements, please apply and Amazon will review your application for eligibility.

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