Quantum Research Engineer, Quantum Computing
AmazonQuantum Research Engineer, Quantum Computing
AmazonLocation
Pasadena, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/1/2026
Compensation
$142,800 - $193,200 per year
Job description
The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) is seeking a Research Engineer with expertise in hardware design for cryogenic environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering principles and experience in driving designs through full product development cycles. This role involves working on high-density packaging solutions and cryogenic mechanical designs for quantum processor systems. The team is focused on developing innovative solutions to enhance thermal performance and EMI mitigation in quantum computing applications.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or above in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics or equivalent.
- 6+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years with a Master's degree, or 2+ years with a PhD.
- Experience with cryogenic mechanical design and product development lifecycle.
- Knowledge of design for manufacturing.
- Expertise in Finite Element Analysis (Thermal, Mechanical, EM) and 3D CAD (SolidWorks).
- Experience with quantum hardware development and quantum processor packaging.
- Knowledge of RF/Microwave principles.
- Experience with PCB design and manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate across teams to develop cost-effective solutions for quantum processor systems.
- Design high-density packaging solutions for quantum processor units.
- Create cryogenic mechanical designs for signal delivery systems.
- Conduct simulation-driven designs to reduce EMI sources within the qubit environment.
- Own the end-to-end product development process from requirements to final delivery.
- Participate in design and test reviews and communicate with internal stakeholders.
- Refine and define standards and processes for operational excellence.
Benefits
- Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Amazon Com Services Llc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
3,290
FY2026
Approval rate
99.1%
FY2026
LCA certified
32,937
FY2026
Entry-level share
10.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+9%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-44%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
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