mid machine learning Research Scientist ic · Posted Feb 5, 2026
$136,000 – $184,000
USD per year

About this role

Amazon is hiring a mid-level Research Scientist in the machine learning function based in Pasadena, CA. The posting calls out experience with AWS, Security, Cloud Computing, EC2. Compensation is listed at $136,000–$184,000 per year.

Role
Research Scientist
Function
machine learning
Level
mid
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Pasadena, CA
Work mode
On-site
Department
Research Science
Posted
Feb 5, 2026
AI Summary
Develop and test novel calibration and optimization tools for Quantum Error Correction on large-scale quantum processors. Join a multi-disciplinary team of physicists and engineers at the forefront of quantum computing. Requires deep knowledge of experimental measurement techniques, original scientific contributions, strong engineering principles, and excellent communication skills.

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Job description

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The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire a Quantum Research Scientist in the Processor Test and Measurement group. You will join a multi-disciplinary team of theoretical and experimental physicists, materials scientists, and hardware and software engineers working at the forefront of quantum computing. You should have a deep and broad knowledge of experimental measurement techniques. Candidates with a track record of original scientific contributions will be preferred. We are looking for candidates with strong engineering principles, resourcefulness and a bias for action, superior problem solving, and excellent communication skills. Working effectively within a team environment is essential. As a research scientist you will be expected to work on new ideas and stay abreast of the field of experimental quantum computation. Key job responsibilities We are looking to hire a Research Scientist to develop and test novel calibration and optimization tools for Quantum Error Correction on large scale quantum processors. You will be on a team of engineers and scientists at the frontier of quantum processor control and error correction. You are expected to take part in high-impact research projects that intersect with our engineering roadmap. We are looking for candidates with…

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