Amazon
Applied Scientist, Center for Quantum Computing, Physical Design and Simulation
$172K–$222K
San Francisco, CA · Full-time · Posted Oct 15, 2026
- Education
- PhD in electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics, or physics.
- Visa sponsorship
- Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be able to obtain a U.S. export license.
About the job
Design and model superconducting quantum devices, readout and control schemes, and advanced quantum processors for Amazon’s effort to develop a fault-tolerant quantum computer.
What you'll do
- Design and model novel superconducting quantum devices, including qubits.
- Develop and model readout and control schemes and advanced quantum processors.
What they ask for
- PhD in electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics, or physics.
- Knowledge of quantum mechanics and expertise in at least one listed area, such as superconducting qubits, cavity/circuit QED, quantum optics, or quantum computing.
- Proficiency in a scientific programming environment.
Nice to have
- Experience with technical collaborations and aligning diverse groups.
- Experience with microwave or multiphysics modeling software, device layout scripting and automation, or patents/publications at top-tier peer-reviewed venues.
Pay
171,600.00 - 222,200.00 USD annually (base salary)
Tools
COMSOL, Sonnet, Microwave Office, ANSYS, Keysight ADS, Cadence AWR, Palace
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