Quantum Signal Train Engineer Internship, Amazon Center for Quantum Computing
About the role
The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire an Applied Science intern who will specialize in hardware signal train design for quantum computing. Working alongside other scientists and engineers, you will design and validate hardware performing the control and readout functions for Amazon quantum processors, from room to cryogenic temperatures. Candidates must have a solid background in analog or mixed-signal design at the PCB level. Working effectively within a cross-functional team environment is critical.
Key job responsibilities
- Design cryogenic and room temperature printed circuit board based hardware, used for signal conditioning and control functions.
- Develop tests to validate hardware with both benchtop and cryogenic test setups with quantum devices.
- Explore enabling control technologies necessary for Amazon to produce commercially viable quantum computers.
Basic qualifications
- Are 18 years of age or older.
- Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum.
- Can relocate to where the internship is based.
- Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Technology, Science, Operations Research, Robotics, Mathematics or related fields.
- Hands-on lab skills, including use of oscilloscopes, power supplies, signal analyzers, and soldering equipment.
- Working knowledge of at least one computer aided engineering (CAE) circuit and mechanical design tool.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience in designing experiments and statistical analysis of results.
- Have publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals.
- Solid background in the use of basic electrical circuit blocks such as op-amps, biasing circuits, filtering, low-speed data converters, and microprocessors.
- Previous experience with VHDL.
- Familiarity with RF/Microwave circuit theory, including transmission lines and impedance matching.
Pay
USA, CA, Pasadena - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually. 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.
Benefits
- 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.
- Parental leave.