Quantum Research Engineer, Quantum Computing

Quantum Research Engineer, Quantum Computing
Job ID: 10523242 | Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.

The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) team is looking for a passionate, talented, and inventive Research Engineer specializing in hardware design for cryogenic environments. The ideal candidate should have expertise in 3D CAD (SolidWorks), thermal and structural FEA (Ansys/COMSOL), hardware design for cryogenic applications, design for manufacturing, and mechanical engineering principles. The candidate must have demonstrated experience driving designs through full product development cycles (requirements, conceptual design, detailed design, manufacturing, integration, and testing). Candidates must also have a strong background in both cryogenic mechanical engineering theory and implementation. Working effectively within a cross-functional team environment is critical.

Key job responsibilities

High density novel packaging solutions for quantum processor units

Cryogenic mechanical design for novel cryogenic signal conditioning sub-assemblies

Cryogenic mechanical design for signal delivery systems

Simulation-driven designs (shielding, filtering, etc.) to reduce sources of EMI within the qubit environment.

Own end-to-end product development through requirements, design reports, design reviews, assembly/testing documentation, and final delivery

A day in the life

Participate in requirements, design, and test reviews and communicate with internal stakeholders

Work cross-functionally to help drive decisions using your unique technical background and skill set

Refine and define standards and processes for operational excellence

Work in a high-paced, startup-like environment where you are provided the resources to innovate quickly

About the team
The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) is a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technicians, on a mission to develop a fault-tolerant quantum computer.

Inclusive Team Culture
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Diverse Experiences
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Mentorship & Career Growth
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Work/Life Balance
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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 (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be able to obtain a US export license. If you are unsure if you meet these requirements, please apply and Amazon will review your application for eligibility.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or above in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics or equivalent

Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, Master's degree with 5+ years relevant experience, or PhD with 2+ years relevant experience.

Experience with cryogenic mechanical design and product development lifecycle

Knowledge with design for manufacturing

Expertise with Finite Element Analysis (Thermal, Mechanical, EM) and 3D CAD (SolidWorks)

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics or related field

Experience with quantum hardware development and quantum processor packaging

Knowledge of RF/Microwave principles

Experience with PCB design and manufacturing

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

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisor