Hardware Development Engineer, AWS CQC- Fab

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 and a particular expertise in lithography techniques who will aid in AWSs 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.

Key job responsibilities

Responsibilities include developing improving and sustaining fabrication processes; analyzing inline metrology and inspections; and interacting with project leads to provide feedback that continuously improves the fabrication process. Candidates must have a demonstrated background in sound engineering principles problem solving and communication skills. Successful candidates will have experience in photolithography processes and tools e.g. direct write systems mask aligners and DUV / iLine steppers. Working effectively within a team environment is critical.

About the team

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. We are approaching this ambitious goal with enthusiasm and determination.

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• 2 years of hardware design and validation of components subsystems and systems experience
• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering electrical engineering material science physics or equivalent
• Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software / hardware / networks 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 Linux bash
• Experience with direct writing and maskless photolithography in a research and development environment.

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Los Angeles County applicants : 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 Companys 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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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $86900 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $185000 / year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent 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 / or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Arm,Electrical Engineering,SOC,System Design,Firmware,C / C++,PCB,Sensors,Fpga,Digital design,Assembly,Product Development

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 86900 - 185000