Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.

Applied Science, Artificial Intelligence

AppliedScienceManager,CenterforQuantumComputing

$211–286k San Francisco, California, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Applied Science Manager, Center for Quantum Computing at Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.. Skills: Quantum computing, Processor design, Simulation, Team leadership. Hire Applied Scientists. Design quantum processors”

What You'll Achieve.

Drive improvements in scaling; Drive improvements in performance; Advance development of fault-tolerant quantum computers

Industry & Context.

Applied Science, Artificial Intelligence
Problems you'll solve

Scaling limitations; Performance limitations

Eligibility Requirements

US citizen or national, US permanent resident, Lawfully admitted into the US as a refugee, Granted asylum, Obtain a US export license

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

PhD in engineering, technology, computer science, machine learning, robotics, operations research, statistics, mathematics or equivalent quantitative field, 3+ years scientists or machine learning engineers management experience, Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language

Nice to Have

Experience hiring and leading experienced scientists, Successful record of developing junior members, Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle, Experience effectively communicating complex concepts, Knowledge of quantum mechanical systems modeling, Knowledge of computational electromagnetics, Knowledge of cryogenic electronics, Knowledge of VLSI physical design, Knowledge of electronic design automation, Knowledge of numerical modeling and simulation, Knowledge of superconducting qubits and quantum computing

What You'll Do.

Hire Applied Scientists

Design quantum processors

Improve design process

Develop scientific talent

Collaborate with science teams

Overcome scaling limitations

Overcome performance limitations

Influence engineering team development priorities

Enable systematic processor design

Enable simulation workflows

Manage tactical initiatives

Manage strategic initiatives

Manage scientific projects

Enable creative experimentation

Strive for operational excellence

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Physics teams; Engineering teams; Science teams

Communication Scope

Complex concepts

Process & Methodology

Tactical initiatives, Strategic initiatives

Full Job Description

The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) is seeking to hire an Applied Science Manager to lead a team of scientists in the physical design and simulation of superconducting quantum processors. In this role, you will use advanced modeling, simulation, and experimental design to drive improvements in scaling and performance. You will partner with other physics and engineering teams to advance the development of fault-tolerant quantum computers. Key job responsibilities - Hire Applied Scientists from diverse technical backgrounds to design quantum processors and improve the design process - Develop scientific talent through goal setting, feedback, collaborative work, and coaching - Collaborate with other science teams in designing experiments to overcome scaling and performance limitations - Influence engineering team development priorities in enabling systematic processor design and simulation workflows - Manage tactical and strategic initiatives with scientific projects pursued within team - Enable creative and innovative experimentation while striving for operational excellence About the team 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. Inclusive Team Culture Here at Amazon, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Diverse Experiences Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred 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. Mento

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