The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire a Quantum Research Scientist in the Quantum Error Correction Theory Team. You will be joining a multi-disciplinary team of scientists working at the forefront of quantum computing.

The ideal candidate shoudl posses comprehensive knowledge of quantum fault tolerance theory, including:
- Topological, concatenated and low density parity check codes
- Quantum decoding algorithms
- Fault-tolerant logical protocols
You will contribute to developing hardware-aware fault-tolerant protocols and software tools for performance analysis under realistic noise models, helping guide our organization toward delivering a fault-tolerant quantum computer.

Key job responsibilities
- Design and evaluate novel quantum error correction schemes, including new codes and fault-tolerant protocols
- Research and develop hardware-optimized architectures for fault-tolerant computing
- Drive experimental implementations of quantum fault-tolerance
- Develop simulation and modeling software tools
- Lead high-impact, collaborative research projects aligned with our engineering roadmap
- Apply strong engineering principles while maintaining scientific rigor

A day in the life
Based in Pasadena, CA, you'll work in our purpose-built facility, designed for quantum computing research and development, adjacent to Caltech's campus. As a research scientist in the quantum error correction team, you will:
- Drive independent research while collaborating on fault tolerance projects within our architecture
- Stay abreadth with current developments in the active field of fault-tolerance through joint Caltech seminars and conference participation
- Partner with experimental scientists to enhance logical performance of quantum processors in a unique opportunity to bridge theory and experiment
- Design error correction schemes optimized for specific quantum algorithms
- Collaborate with control stack engineers to enable increasingly sophisticated fault-tolerance experiments
- Work with systems engineers to identify, understand, and model technical requirements
- Contribute to regular team discussions and joint planning sessions

About the team
Why AWS?
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AWS Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations — from foundational services such as Amazon’s Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS’s services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the UC organization, you’ll 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.

Inclusive Team Culture
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Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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.

Mentorship & Career Growth
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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.