Research Scientist

Research Scientist , Quantum Computing
Job ID: 3094957 | Amazon Development Center U.The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire a Quantum Research Scientist in the Fabrication group. You will join a multi‑disciplinary team of theoretical and experimental physicists, materials scientists, and hardware and software engineers working at the forefront of quantum computing. Candidates with a track record of original scientific contributions will be preferred. As a research scientist you will be expected to work on new ideas and stay abreast of the field of experimental quantum computation.
In this role, you will drive improvements in qubit performance by characterizing the impact of environmental and material noise on qubit dynamics. This will require designing experiments to assess the role of specific noise sources, ensuring the collection of statistically significant data through automation, analyzing the results, and preparing clear summaries for the team. Finally, you will work with hardware engineers, material scientists, and circuit designers to implement changes which mitigate the impact of the most significant noise sources.
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D. and 5+ years of quantitative field research experience
~ Effective at managing multiple tasks/projects and working independently or within a team environment with other scientists, engineers, and technicians who might have a wide range of technical skill levels

Knowledge of R, MATLAB, Python, or similar scripting language
~ Familiarity with superconducting quantum computing components, fabrication, and packaging techniques
~chemical mechanical polishing; wafer‑level and flip‑chip packaging techniques; temporary and permanent wafer‑level bonding; 2.5/3D integration schemes
~ Experience in performing failure analysis and root‑cause investigation for process excursions
~ Working knowledge of statistical analysis and design of experiments using JMP or Minitab
~ Experience in yield monitoring, statistical process control, and demonstrating process capability

Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Depending on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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