Applied Scientist, Quantum Algorithms, Center for Quantum Computing

Job description

The Quantum Algorithms Team at the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) is looking to hire an Applied Scientist. In this role, you will conduct theoretical research into applications of fault-tolerant quantum computers and develop new quantum algorithms. You will work on the forefront of quantum computing research and contribute toward the development of useful quantum technology, working alongside theoretical and experimental scientists, engineers, and technicians across the CQC. You should have a deep and broad knowledge of quantum algorithms and applications for fault-tolerant quantum computers, and standard mathematical and computational methods for analyzing them. Key job responsibilities We are looking to hire an Applied Scientist focused on developing algorithms and applications for fault-tolerant quantum computers. In this role, you will: - Collaborate with other members of the Quantum Algorithms Team and our academic collaborators, to analyze and optimize existing quantum algorithms - Think big to invent new quantum algorithms and discover new application areas for fault-tolerant quantum computers - Provide subject matter expertise on the topic of quantum algorithms, and communicate the latest developments to the broader quantum computing team - Work with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen the long-term value proposition of quantum computing…