Hardware Development Engineer, AWS CQC- Fab

Hardware Development Engineer, AWS Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) – Fab

Job  | Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.

The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire a Hardware Development Engineer with experience in semiconductor process development – particularly expertise in lithography techniques – who will aid in AWS’s effort to bring cloud quantum computing services to its worldwide customer base. Through your work inside and outside of the cleanroom environment in the device fabrication group, you will solve problems related to the fabrication and characterization of novel quantum processors.

• Develop, improve, and sustain fabrication processes.
• Analyze inline metrology and inspections.
• Interact with project leads to provide feedback that continuously improves the fabrication process.

The AWS Center for Quantum Computing recognizes that developing quantum computing is a long‑term endeavor, not a quick process. The team is dedicated to tackling the significant challenges involved in building a functional quantum computer, approaching this ambitious goal with enthusiasm and determination.

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of hardware design and validation of components, subsystems, and systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics, or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/network development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and livesite operations.
• Experience with hardware/software integration and real‑time systems.
• Experience using scripting languages such as Python, Perl, and Linux bash.
• Experience with direct writing and maskless photolithography in a research and development environment.

Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be either a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be able to obtain a U.S. export license. If you are unsure whether you meet these requirements, please apply and Amazon will review your application for eligibility.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $86,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

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Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position.

These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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