Quantum Hardware Engineer, Amazon's Center for Quantum Computing, Device Team

Amazon • Pasadena, CA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Amazon's Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire a
Hardware Development Engineer. You will join a multi-disciplinary team of
experimental and theoretical physicists, materials scientists, and hardware and
software engineers working at the forefront of quantum computing. We are looking
for candidates who exemplify strong engineering principles, resourcefulness, a
bias for action, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and really good
communication skills. Working effectively within a team environment is
essential. A robust background in physics or engineering is required. Effective
day-to-day scripting skills are also critical for this role. Practical
laboratory experience and a comprehensive grasp of experimental techniques and
instrumentation are also necessary.

Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred
qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates
to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path,
or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the
expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of
our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home,
there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led
affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our
differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our
Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity)
conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s
Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and
other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded
professional.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics or equivalent
• Knowledge of a scripting language (Python, R, etc.)
• Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
• Knowledge of tools and measurement devices (oscilloscope, frequency analyzer, or equivalent)

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a fast-paced, team environment
• Experience working with cryogenic systems

Responsibilities

• play a key role in our accelerated learning initiatives
• coordination with cross-functional stakeholders
• meticulous execution of scientific measurements under established test standards
• the production of clear and accurate documentation
• streamlining of system integration
• throughput optimization
• autonomous maintenance of assigned instruments
• build, run, and debug automated measurement sequences

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level