Quantum Research Scientist Materials Team AWS Center for Quantum Computing

The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) is a multidisciplinary team of scientists engineers and technicians on a mission to develop a faulttolerant quantum computer.

You will be joining a team located in Pasadena CA that develops material innovations to improve the performance of quantum processors. We are looking to hire a Quantum Research Scientist who will apply their expertise in thin film growth and characterization to the optimization of fabricated superconducting quantum devices. In this role you are expected to lead and assist research projects that are aligned with our Centers technical roadmap. You will develop new ideas and design experiments aimed at identifying the most promising material systems deposition conditions and integration processes for superconducting circuit applications.

Key job responsibilities
* Develop deposition processes for epitaxial thin film stacks made of superconducting semiconducting and dielectric materials for the fabrication of quantum devices.
* Characterize the structural and chemical properties of the films.
* Search for correlations between the material properties and performance metrics of quantum devices that are fabricated from these materials.
* Communicate engineering and scientific findings to teammates the broader CQC team and when appropriate publish findings in scientific journals.

A day in the life
At the AWS CQC we understand that developing quantum computing technology is a marathon not a sprint. The work/life integration within our team encourages a culture where employees work hard and also have ownership over their downtime.

We are committed to the growth and development of every employee at the AWS CQC and that includes our research scientists. You will receive management and mentorship from within the team that is geared toward career growth and also have the opportunity to participate in Amazons mentorship programs for scientists and engineers. Working closely with other quantum research scientists in other disciplines like design measurement and cryogenic hardware will provide opportunities to dive deep into an education on quantum computing.

About the team
Our team contributes to the fabrication of processors and other hardware that enable quantum computing technologies. Doing that necessitates the development of materials with tailored properties for superconducting circuits. Research Scientists and Engineers on the Materials team operate deposition and characterization systems in order to develop and optimize thin film processes for use in these devices. They work alongside other Research Scientists and Engineers to help deliver the fabricated devices for quantum computing experiments.

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PhD in materials science physics applied physics or a related field in science or engineering
Expertise in two or more of the following thin film techniques: MBE ebeam/thermal evaporation magnetron sputtering ALD PLD MOCVD PECVD.
Expertise in two or more of the following characterization techniques: XRD XPS PPMS TEM AFM SEM SIMS FTIR
Research experience with superconducting materials and/or epitaxial growth
* Proficient in a scientific programming environment (i.e. one or more of Python Julia MATLAB Mathematica)

A demonstrated track record of original impactful work done on the development and characterization of materials
Familiarity with superconducting quantum computing circuits
Experience with improving device performance through materials development
Experience with designing modifying and/or maintaining deposition or characterization equipment
Comfortable working in a diverse group and contributing to an inclusive culture alongside other engineers scientists and technicians who have a wide range of technical skill levels
Thrives in a collaborative environment

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected status.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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 please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.