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Research Scientist, Design and Simulation, AWS Center for Quantum Computing

Amazon, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Research Scientist, Design and Simulation, AWS Center for Quantum Computing Job ID: 3141456 | Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.

The AWS Center for Quantum Computing is a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technicians working to innovate in quantum computing for the benefit of our customers. We are looking to hire a Research Scientist to design and model novel superconducting quantum devices, including qubits, readout and control schemes, and advanced quantum processors. Candidates with a track record of original scientific contributions and/or software development experience will be preferred. We are looking for candidates with strong engineering principles, resourcefulness, organization, and communication skills.

Design and model novel superconducting quantum devices, including qubits, readout and control schemes, and advanced quantum processors.

Conduct scientific investigations to assess feasibility of applying quantum principles to business problems and products.

Basic Qualifications

PhD in a quantitative field, or MS degree and 1+ years of quantitative field research experience.

Experience investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to business problems and products.

Experience with data analysis packages (R, SAS, Matlab, etc.).

Experience using SQL databases to manage and analyze large data sets.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in operations research, applied mathematics, theoretical computer science, or equivalent.

Experience applying forecasting and data mining techniques.

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, lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum, or be able 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.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $113,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $195,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent 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 other benefits.

This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via Amazon’s career site.

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