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Applied Scientist, Quantum error correction team, Amazon Center for Quantum Computing

Amazon - Pasadena, California, USA

Posted May 13, 2026

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Applied Scientist, Quantum error correction team, Amazon Center for Quantum Computing Pasadena, California, USA The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire an Applied 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 should 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 an applied 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

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