Senior Applied Scientist, Superconducting Digital and Cryogenic Control Electronics,Center for Quantum Computing, Physical Design and Simulation, Enabling Technologies

The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) is seeking a Senior Applied Scientist to research and design cryogenic control hardware for large-scale quantum processors, with an emphasis Basic qualifications: - PhD, or Master's degree and 7+ years of applied research experience - Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language - Experience in patents or publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals - Experience with circuit design and simulation - Familiarity with superconducting qubit control and readout — pulse generation, multiplexed readout, feedback latency requirements - Experience designing superconducting digital circuits (RSFQ/ERSFQ, adiabatic quantum phase parametron, or related single-flux-quantum logic families), including Josephson-junction circuit simulation and margin analysis - Experience with EDA flows for custom circuit design — schematic capture, layout, physical verification, and working against a process design kit Preferred: - Knowledge of cryogenic electronics more broadly: cryo-CMOS, low-temperature amplifiers and mixers, thermal and power budgeting across refrigerator stages - Experience with microwave engineering and signal integrity in dense cryogenic interconnect - Experience taking chips through fabrication and correlating measured circuit behavior with design models - Familiarity with quantum error correction decoding and the classical-processing requirements it places on control systems Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including 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, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, CA, San Francisco - 192,200.00 - 260,000.00 USD annually