{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"6b36489fbb7294c6a37dc270","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6b36489fbb7294c6a37dc270","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6b36489fbb7294c6a37dc270","title":"Quantum Applied Scientist, Center for Quantum Computing, Device Team","description":"Quantum Applied Scientist, Center for Quantum Computing, Device Team\nAmazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA is looking to hire an Applied Scientist on the Device Team, focused on integration R&D for superconducting quantum processors. The role requires deep expertise in design, fabrication, and characterization of superconducting quantum devices and a strong understanding of how materials, process integration, and device architecture impact qubit coherence and performance.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nWork at the unit cell level to integrate and evaluate new fabrication process modules and device design changes for superconducting quantum processors.\n\nDesign and execute experiments to assess performance impacts, investigate unexpected results through rigorous analysis and follow‑on experiments.\n\nLeverage electromagnetic and circuit-level simulations to interpret findings and connect observations to underlying physical mechanisms.\n\nCoordinate with production and cross‑functional teams on engineering lots, short‑loop experiments, and prototyping runs to build the scientific foundation for next‑generation processor integration at CQC.\n\nBasic Qualifications\n\nExperience in patents or publications at top‑tier peer‑reviewed conferences or journals.\n\nExperience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language.\n\nMaster’s degree or above in engineering, physics, or equivalent.\n\nFamiliarity with cryogenic systems and low‑temperature measurement environments.\n\n2+ years of hands‑on experience with superconducting quantum devices (resonators, transmons, or related circuits).\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nExperience using Unix/Linux.\n\nExperience in professional software development.\n\nExperience collaborating with cross‑functional teams.\n\nExperience with flip‑chip or 3D integrated superconducting devices.\n\nFamiliarity with tantalum or other refractory metal‑based superconducting circuits.\n\nExperience with loss characterization and SPR analysis in CPW or lumped element resonator geometries.\n\nKnowledge of Josephson junction engineering including oxidation control, under‑junction processing, and junction aging.\n\nExperience with cat qubit or bosonic qubit architectures.\n\nTrack record of driving R&D from concept through hardware demonstration.\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity Statement\nAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.\n\nBase salary range: $142,800.00 - $193,200.00 USD annually.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Amazon","rawCompany":"amazon","city":"Millbrae","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-06-17T03:44:13.342Z","occupations":[{"code":"19-2012.00","title":"Physicists","slug":"physicists"},{"code":"19-2099.00","title":"Physical Scientists, All Other","slug":"physical-scientists-all-other"},{"code":"19-2032.00","title":"Materials Scientists","slug":"materials-scientists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"334413","title":"Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing","slug":"semiconductor-and-related-device-manufacturing"},{"code":"541713","title":"Research and Development in Nanotechnology","slug":"research-and-development-in-nanotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Quantum Applied Scientist, Center for Quantum Computing, Device Team","description":"Quantum Applied Scientist, Center for Quantum Computing, Device Team\nAmazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA is looking to hire an Applied Scientist on the Device Team, focused on integration R&D for superconducting quantum processors. 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