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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
Be a technical leader on a team of engineers and scientists at the frontier of quantum processor control and error correction
Develop & lead high-impact research projects that intersect with our engineering roadmap
Requirements:
PhD in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, or an equivalent degree in a similar field
5+ years of experience as an experimentalist in quantum computing
In-the-lab experience calibrating multi-qubit systems
Expertise in common qubit benchmarking and tomographic protocols (e.g. randomized benchmarking)
Proficient in a scientific programming environment
Experience successfully delivering on projects as part of a cross-team collaboration
Nice to have:
Expertise in superconducting qubits, cavity/circuit QED, and microwave control of superconducting circuits
Familiarity with implementing quantum error correction (QEC) circuits on hardware
Experience with automated quantum processor bring-up and optimization for QEC applications
An ability to simulate simple quantum systems
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)