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Employer: AMAZON DEVELOPMENT CENTER U.S., INC.,
Offered Position: Research Scientist II
Job Location: San Francisco, California
Job Number: AMZ9674001

Position Responsibilities:

Design research studies to obtain scientific information. Develop theories or models of physical phenomena encountered in quantum computing, superconducting qubit device physics, materials or process development and characterization. Collaborate with others to determine design specifications, including of superconducting quantum processor chips, microwave chip packages, and associated electrical and mechanical components. Develop scientific or mathematical models to predict physical device behavior and performance, and verify the implementation of computational models. Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems, for example to validate modeling predictions under experimental uncertainty using statistical methods. Operate laboratory or field equipment and scientific instrumentation for device fabrication, device characterization, or advanced materials research. Develop new algorithms or methods for designing, simulating, or measuring quantum computers. Develop performance metrics or standards related to quantum information technology. Recommend technical design or process changes to improve quality or performance of superconducting quantum processors and efficiency of their design, manufacture, and testing. Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists. Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations and present research results to others.

40 hours / week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary Range $168,126/year to $212,800/year.

Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, visit:
https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits.

Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.#0000

Basic Qualifications

Position Requirements:

PhD or foreign equivalent degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Must have knowledge of at least one of the following: (1) computational modeling relevant to quantum computing hardware; (2) solid-state device design or fabrication, including of photonics, mechanics, or electronics devices; (3) experimental test and measurement of quantum devices; (4) control systems relevant to quantum computing; or (5) quantum theory including qubit gates, readout, or error correction.

Employer will accept a Master's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and five years of research or work experience in the job offered, or as a Research Scientist, Research Assistant, Research Software Engineer, or a related occupation as equivalent to a PhD. If qualifying with a Master’s degree, must have five years of research or work experience with a combination of any of the following skills: (1) computational modeling relevant to quantum computing hardware; (2) solid-state device design or fabrication, including of photonics, mechanics, or electronics devices; (3) experimental test and measurement of quantum devices; (4) control systems relevant to quantum computing; or (5) quantum theory including qubit gates, readout, or error correction.

Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and seven years of progressive post-baccalaureate research or work experience in the job offered or a related occupation as equivalent to a PhD or Master's degree and five years of research or work experience. If qualifying with a Bachelor’s degree, must have seven years of research or work experience with a combination of any of the following skills: (1) computational modeling relevant to quantum computing hardware; (2) solid-state device design or fabrication, including of photonics, mechanics, or electronics devices; (3) experimental test and measurement of quantum devices; (4) control systems relevant to quantum computing; or (5) quantum theory including qubit gates, readout, or error correction.#0000

Preferred Qualifications

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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.

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