Last Mile Integration Engineer, Amazon Center for Quantum Computing

The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) is a multi-disciplinary team of scientists engineers and technicians on a mission to develop a fault-tolerant quantum computer.

We are looking for a Last Mile Integration Engineer to ensure the successful deployment and integration of instruments and computing infrastructure in our quantum computing labs. As a part of the Signals team you will serve as the critical link between hardware/software development and operational readiness ensuring that our scientists have reliable well-configured systems to conduct experiments. The ideal candidate combines hands-on hardware skills with software proficiency and IT/networking knowledge to deploy configure troubleshoot and maintain complex laboratory systems.

Key job responsibilities
Own end-to-end integration of RF test systems including spectrum analyzers signal generators network analyzers oscilloscopes DMMs and power meters
Design develop and maintain automation scripts and frameworks leveraging industry-standard protocols (SCPI VISA GPIB LXI USB-TMC)
Drive root cause analysis for system-level integration failures spanning hardware and software; implement corrective actions and document findings for future reference
Partner with hardware software and operations engineering teams to identify and resolve blocking issues in test infrastructure
Define and implement lab infrastructure management processes including inventory tracking equipment lifecycle management and spare parts optimization
Lead calibration activities measurement validation and continuous improvement of test automation capabilities
Establish remote debugging capabilities and participate in on-call rotation to ensure operational readiness
Champion lab safety standards and ensure compliance with ESD RF exposure and high-voltage protocols

A day in the life
You will collaborate daily with cross-functional engineering teamsincluding hardware software and operationsto drive hands-on integration and troubleshooting in a fast-paced lab environment. This role requires a bias for action the ability to operate independently under tight deadlines and a proven track record of delivering results when the pressure is highest.

The Signals develops and deploys hardware used in the control and readout of Amazon super-conducting quantum processors. We are a team with diverse talent set spanning embedded software to cryogenic microwave design and device bring-up.

About the team
Why AWS
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AWS Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations from foundational services such as Amazons Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWSs services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the UC organization youll support the development and management of Compute Database Storage Internet of Things (Iot) Platform and Productivity Apps services in AWS. Within AWS UC Amazon Dedicated Cloud (ADC) roles engage with AWS customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services.

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Work/Life Balance
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Export Control Requirement:
Due to applicable export control laws and regulations candidates must be either a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum or be able to obtain a US export license. If you are unsure if you meet these requirements please apply and Amazon will review your application for eligibility.

Internal job description

- Bachelors degree or above in engineering technology computer science machine learning robotics operations research statistics mathematics or equivalent quantitative field
- 5 years of relevant professional experience
- Experience planning managing and delivering customer-focused documentation across multiple teams
- Experience scripting with Python Perl Bash or PowerShell
- Experience in Linux OS and network troubleshooting or experience with programming/scripting (Batch VB PowerShell Java C# Chef Perl Ruby and/or PHP) and experience in Ubuntu/Solaris
- Experience managing lab resources equipment and supplies
- Experience using common electronics test equipment (oscilloscopes power supplies function generators etc)

- Experience with CloudFormation Chef Puppet Salt or Ansible in production environments
- Previous experience with RF test methods and high-speed DAQ 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 Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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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 CA Pasadena - 136000.00 - 184000.00 USD annually