AmazonSenior Applied Scientist - Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing, Amazon Braket
Amazon is hiring a Senior Applied Scientist - Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing, Amazon Braket in Seattle, United States. It pays $184k-$249k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.
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Drive scientific design for fault-tolerant quantum computing and error correction algorithms on Amazon Braket.
In this role, you will make design choices that directly influence production systems, working alongside the FTQC Science Lead to translate research direction into implementable solutions: which error correction approaches to pursue, how to map logical circuits to physical qubits, how to optimize resource usage, and how to integrate decoders into execution flows. You will work at the boundary of science and engineering, where your research directly informs what gets built. This is not a purely theoretical role. You will implement your ideas, benchmark them against real hardware constraints, and iterate with software engineers who translate your designs into scalable infrastructure.
We are particularly interested in candidates who have taken QEC research from theory into implementation, whether in simulation or on physical hardware.
Key job responsibilities
- Drive scientific design decisions for fault-tolerant quantum workloads: error correction code selection, logical gate synthesis, and qubit mapping strategies
- Develop and implement resource estimation algorithms that guide compilation optimization
- Collaborate with software engineers to translate QEC research into production software
- Benchmark approaches against realistic hardware noise models and device constraints
- Work with quantum hardware providers on compilation strategies tailored to specific architectures
- Publish research in coordination with the broader Braket science team, representing Amazon Braket at relevant conferences and workshops
Basic qualifications
- Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Java or Perl
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or related field with focus on quantum information science
- 3+ years of research experience in quantum error correction (academic or industry)
- Track record of publications in QEC, fault-tolerant quantum computation, or closely related areas
- Experience implementing quantum algorithms or error correction protocols in simulation or on real hardware
Preferred qualifications
- Experience implementing QEC protocols on physical quantum devices (any modality)
- Specific experience in one or more of: syndrome extraction, decoder design and integration, logical gate synthesis, or code distance optimization
- Experience with multiple qubit modalities (superconducting, trapped ion, or neutral atom architectures)
- Experience with error correcting codes (surface codes, color codes, or other topological codes)
- Familiarity with quantum compilation tools (Stim, PyMatching, TKET, or similar)
- Experience working at the science-engineering boundary in a product-oriented environment
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, NY, New York - 183,800.00 - 248,700.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 167,100.00 - 226,100.00 USD annually
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Senior Applied Scientist - Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing, Amazon Braket at Amazon rates 20 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
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