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Quantum Research Scientist

United States, Pasadena 136000.00 - 184000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted February 17, 2026
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The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire a Quantum Research Scientist in the Processor Test and Measurement 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. You should have a deep and broad knowledge of experimental measurement techniques.

Job Responsibility

  • develop and test novel calibration and optimization tools for Quantum Error Correction on large scale quantum processors
  • take part in high-impact research projects that intersect with our engineering roadmap

Requirements

  • PhD in electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics or physics
  • 3 years experience characterizing quantum systems through measurement, with demonstrated ability to validate and interpret data using theory or simulation tools
  • Proficient in a scientific programming environment
  • Experience working on multi-team, cross-disciplinary project

Nice to have

  • 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
  • Experience with automated quantum processor bring-up and optimization for QEC applications

What we offer

  • sign-on payments
  • restricted stock units (RSUs)
  • health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage)
  • 401(k) matching
  • paid time off
  • parental leave

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