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Manufacturing Test Engineering Manager Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Test Engineering Manager to lead the development and execution of the end-to-end manufacturing test strategy for next-generation AI server platforms and datacenter infrastructure. This role is responsible for defining and driving the manufacturing test architecture from L6 board assembly through L11 rack-level integration and final system validation , ensuring world-class product quality, manufacturability, and production scalability. This leader will manage a team of 3–5 Manufacturing Test Engineers while partnering closely with Hardware, Firmware, Platform, Validation, Quality, Operations, and Joint Design Manufacturing (JDM) partners. The role owns the manufacturing test strategy, test coverage, factory test infrastructure, manufacturing capacity planning, and continuous improvement of manufacturing quality. Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Test Strategy Define and own the end-to-end manufacturing test strategy from L6 board assembly through L11 rack integration . Develop standardized manufacturing test methodologies that optimize quality, throughput, cost of test, and scalability across multiple products and JDM sites. Establish manufacturing test standards, best practices, and engineering processes that support high-volume server manufacturing. Technical Leadership & People Management Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 3–5 Manufacturing Test Engineers supporting multiple hardware programs. Establish team priorities, allocate resources, and ensure successful execution of manufacturing test deliverables. Foster a culture of technical excellence, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Serve as the primary technical escalation point for manufacturing test and production issues. Cross-Functional Engineering Collaboration Partner with Hardware, Platform, Firmware, Validation, Reliability, Quality, and Operations teams to ensure manufacturing test coverage aligns with product design intent and customer quality expectations. Lead Design for Test (DFT) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews to ensure products are optimized for efficient, high-quality manufacturing. Own manufacturing test coverage reviews across board, subsystem, system, and rack levels, ensuring comprehensive structural and functional defect detection. JDM Partnership & Manufacturing Execution Serve as the primary technical interface with JDM partners for manufacturing test strategy, implementation, and production readiness. Lead technical reviews covering manufacturing readiness, test coverage, infrastructure, yield performance, capacity planning, and corrective actions. Review and approve manufacturing test plans and ensure consistent execution across manufacturing sites. Manufacturing Infrastructure & Capacity Planning Define the manufacturing test infrastructure required to support high-volume production, including: Test stations Test fixtures Factory automation Rack-level test infrastructure Network infrastructure Manufacturing software environments Test data collection and traceability Work with JDM partners to establish manufacturing capacity plans, optimize factory layouts, and ensure sufficient test throughput to meet production demand. Quality & Continuous Improvement Define and monitor key manufacturing metrics, including First Pass Yield (FPY), retest rate, manufacturing escapes, test cycle time, and throughput. Lead cross-functional root cause investigations and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Establish a closed-loop quality process by partnering with Data Center Operations and Sustaining Engineering to analyze field failures and manufacturing escapes, ensuring lessons learned are incorporated into future manufacturing test strategies and diagnostic coverage. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline. 10+ years of experience in manufacturing test engineering, production engineering, or hardware manufacturing. 3+ years of engineering management experience , including leading and developing technical teams. Experience managing teams. Extensive experience supporting high-volume server, storage, networking, or AI infrastructure manufacturing . Proven experience developing manufacturing test strategies from board-level (L6) through rack-level (L11) manufacturing. Extensive experience working with JDM, ODM, or contract manufacturing partners . Strong expertise in: ICT and MDA Board Functional Test System and Rack-Level Manufacturing Test Manufacturing diagnostics Linux-based manufacturing environments Automated manufacturing test systems Experience defining manufacturing test infrastructure, fixture requirements, and production capacity planning. Strong understanding of server hardware architecture, firmware, BIOS/BMC, networking, and power systems. Demonstrated success improving yield, reducing manufacturing escapes, and driving structured root cause analysis. Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline. Experience supporting hyperscale cloud or AI infrastructure manufacturing. Experience with Python or Bash scripting for manufacturing automation. Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), factory analytics, and statistical process control. Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification. Success Measures Deployment of a scalable manufacturing test strategy spanning L6 through L11 . Comprehensive manufacturing test coverage aligned with product design intent and customer quality objectives. Robust manufacturing test infrastructure and capacity supporting production volume without constraining throughput. Improved first-pass yield, reduced manufacturing escapes, and shorter test cycle times. Strong technical partnerships with internal engineering organizations and JDM manufacturing partners. Continuous improvement of manufacturing quality through effective integration of field and data center feedback into manufacturing test strategies. We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and want to build a work environment where everyone is happy, productive and respectful so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, just let us know. USA Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers flexible working and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing and financial future. Our benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), disability and life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, commuter benefits, wellness services and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences; we're committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if you require any reasonable adjustments.

About the job Build the cloud platform that powers Graphcore’s next generation AI systems. As a Principal Cloud Engineer, you will help develop, deploy and operate cloud services across Graphcore’s AI infrastructure. You will work on private and public cloud systems used by internal teams and customers. Your work will shape how high-performance AI systems are integrated, validated, benchmarked and optimised. You will help keep complex infrastructure reliable, observable and ready for demanding workloads. You will own significant technical initiatives, from OpenStack-based services to Infrastructure-as-Code automation. You will also mentor engineers and turn user needs into services that perform at scale. This role puts you close to pre-release hardware, advanced systems and real product challenges. The Team and Culture The Cloud Platform Team sits within Software Platform and works closely with Software Platform, Datacentre Operations and Product Development. The team builds systems for internal users and customers, often using new components before they are proven. Work moves through practical engineering, clear ownership and fast feedback from users. You will be expected to take responsibility, speak up early and lead critical infrastructure work without close oversight. Decisions are grounded in evidence from benchmarks, observability data and operational performance. The team values engineers who can think big, act fast and bring others with them. What we’re looking for Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in a relevant subject. Strong infrastructure or IT background, with private-cloud or on-premises cloud experience. Expert Linux system administration and scripting skills, including bash and Python. Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform/OpenTofu, Ansible or Packer. Experience with CI or testing pipelines, version control and cloud service deployment. Strong communication skills, with the judgement to lead critical work and support end users. While we have outlined a set of requirements, we value transferable skills and diverse experiences. If you meet most of our essential criteria, we encourage you to submit an application and showcase how your background makes you a strong candidate. Benefits Flexible working: Balance your work and personal life with greater flexibility Generous leave: Take time to rest, recharge and enjoy life outside of work Retirement planning support: Up to 5% matched pension Phantom equity: Share in Graphcore’s success Workplace experience: Enjoy thoughtfully designed office spaces for collaboration, with free food and an on-site barista to support your day Peace of mind protection: Income protection and life assurance to provide financial security for you and your loved ones Flexible benefits: Tailor your benefits package with a choice of additional options, including private medical insurance and dental cover Optional benefits: Dental cover, health cash plan, private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, give as you earn We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work. We’re an equal opportunity employer and recognise that everyone brings different strengths and perspectives. If you need any adjustments during the interview process, just let us know - we’re happy to support you. Sponsorship Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support visa applications for this role. Join the Team at Graphcore Graphcore is one of the world’s leading innovators in Artificial Intelligence compute. It is developing hardware, software and systems infrastructure that will unlock the next generation of AI breakthroughs and power the widespread adoption of AI solutions across every industry. As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is a member of an elite family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies. Together, they share a bold vision: to enable Artificial Super Intelligence and ensure its benefits are accessible to everyone. Graphcore’s teams are drawn from diverse backgrounds and bring a broad range of skills and perspectives. A melting pot of AI research specialists, silicon designers, software engineers and systems architects, Graphcore brings together deep expertise to solve complex problems and deliver meaningful progress in AI compute. If you want to build the cloud platform behind Graphcore’s next generation AI systems, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of the journey.

About Graphcore Graphcore is a globally recognized leader in Artificial Intelligence computing systems. The company designs advanced semiconductors and data center hardware that provide the specialized processing power needed to drive AI innovation, while delivering the efficiency required to support its broader adoption. As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is a member of an elite family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies. We are opening a new AI Engineering Campus in Austin, which will play a central role in Graphcore's work building the future of AI computing. About the Role We are seeking a Principal Security Architect to design, maintain and secure scalable infrastructure solutions for cryptographic key management. In this strategic role, you will be responsible for evaluating, deploying and manage Hardware Secure Modules from the ground up, ensuring compliance with standards across different regions. You will also enable multiple teams by supporting them for control and automation. You will be expected to drive and implement policies for key and certificate creation, rotation, and revocation. Collaboration with stakeholders to analyze requirements and implement robust access controls is essential while demonstrating operational excellence. RESPONSIBILITIES Design and deploy scalable, secure infrastructure solutions from scratch, aligned with business requirements and security standards. Hardware Secure Module ownership and governance. Develop organizational standards, policies, access models, and workflows to ensure consistent, secure usage of the platform. Conduct risk and compliance assessments to support system security plans and disaster recovery strategies. Collaborate on requirement analysis, user and key story operations, and capacity planning to ensure optimal resource utilization. Advocate for best practices in secret lifecycle management, authentication methods, and identity federation. Create tooling, automation, onboarding guides, and libraries to help teams access the platform easily and correctly. REQUIREMENTS Education: MS or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, or a related highly technical field. Experience: 10+ years of deep technical experience and proven experience in Public Key Infrastructure, Hardware Security Modules deployment and management. Strong knowledge of encryption technologies, security controls, and compliance frameworks. Strong understanding of authentication backends (OIDC, LDAP, cloud IAM), secret engines, PKI, encryption, and token/credential lifecycle. Familiarity with infrastructure maintenance, disaster recovery planning, and capacity management. Skilled in coding standards, secure software development lifecycle, and configuration management processes. Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform preferred) and CI/CD automation. Leadership & Communication: Exceptional ability to distill complex, theoretical security concepts into strict engineering specifications, and the gravitas to influence engineering teams and executive leadership without direct authority. DIFFERENTIATORS Experience integrating Vault with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and CI/CD pipelines. Standards Body Contributions: Active participation, authorship, or contribution to industry security standards (e.g., TCG, OCP Security Project, Linux Foundation, or Arm security working groups). Knowledge of SPIFFE/SPIRE, workload identity, or zero-trust architectures. Post-Quantum Readiness: Forward-looking understanding of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) and its upcoming impact on hardware lifecycle and secure boot. Understanding of Platform Root of Trust, Platform Identity, DICE and attestation. United States Benefits Overview Graphcore offers competitive compensation and benefits designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, work-life needs, and professional growth. Benefits and programs for eligible U.S. employees may include: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with options that may extend to eligible dependents. Mental health, wellness, and employee assistance resources. Retirement savings benefits and company contributions where applicable. Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, and parental or family leave in accordance with relevant plans and policies. Life insurance and short-term or long-term disability coverage. Flexible working hours and hybrid working arrangements where compatible with the role and team requirements. Professional-development resources, learning programs, office amenities, and team-led activities. Benefits vary by work location, employment status, scheduled hours, and plan eligibility and are subject to the terms of the applicable plans and company policies. This overview is not a contract or guarantee of benefits. Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Graphcore is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Graphcore is committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please let the recruiting team know. Candidate Privacy Personal information submitted during the recruiting process will be handled in accordance with Graphcore's applicable candidate privacy notices.

About Graphcore Graphcore is a globally recognized leader in Artificial Intelligence computing systems. The company designs advanced semiconductors and data center hardware that provide the specialized processing power needed to drive AI innovation, while delivering the efficiency required to support its broader adoption. As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is a member of an elite family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies. We are opening a new AI Engineering Campus in Austin, which will play a central role in Graphcore's work building the future of AI computing. About the Role We are seeking a Principal Security Architect to design, maintain and secure scalable infrastructure solutions for cryptographic key management. In this strategic role, you will be responsible for evaluating, deploying and manage Hardware Secure Modules from the ground up, ensuring compliance with standards across different regions. You will also enable multiple teams by supporting them for control and automation. You will be expected to drive and implement policies for key and certificate creation, rotation, and revocation. Collaboration with stakeholders to analyze requirements and implement robust access controls is essential while demonstrating operational excellence. RESPONSIBILITIES Design and deploy scalable, secure infrastructure solutions from scratch, aligned with business requirements and security standards. Hardware Secure Module ownership and governance. Develop organizational standards, policies, access models, and workflows to ensure consistent, secure usage of the platform. Conduct risk and compliance assessments to support system security plans and disaster recovery strategies. Collaborate on requirement analysis, user and key story operations, and capacity planning to ensure optimal resource utilization. Advocate for best practices in secret lifecycle management, authentication methods, and identity federation. Create tooling, automation, onboarding guides, and libraries to help teams access the platform easily and correctly. REQUIREMENTS Education: MS or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, or a related highly technical field. Experience: 10+ years of deep technical experience and proven experience in Public Key Infrastructure, Hardware Security Modules deployment and management. Strong knowledge of encryption technologies, security controls, and compliance frameworks. Strong understanding of authentication backends (OIDC, LDAP, cloud IAM), secret engines, PKI, encryption, and token/credential lifecycle. Familiarity with infrastructure maintenance, disaster recovery planning, and capacity management. Skilled in coding standards, secure software development lifecycle, and configuration management processes. Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform preferred) and CI/CD automation. Leadership & Communication: Exceptional ability to distill complex, theoretical security concepts into strict engineering specifications, and the gravitas to influence engineering teams and executive leadership without direct authority. DIFFERENTIATORS Experience integrating Vault with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and CI/CD pipelines. Standards Body Contributions: Active participation, authorship, or contribution to industry security standards (e.g., TCG, OCP Security Project, Linux Foundation, or Arm security working groups). Knowledge of SPIFFE/SPIRE, workload identity, or zero-trust architectures. Post-Quantum Readiness: Forward-looking understanding of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) and its upcoming impact on hardware lifecycle and secure boot. Understanding of Platform Root of Trust, Platform Identity, DICE and attestation. United States Benefits Overview Graphcore offers competitive compensation and benefits designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, work-life needs, and professional growth. Benefits and programs for eligible U.S. employees may include: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with options that may extend to eligible dependents. Mental health, wellness, and employee assistance resources. Retirement savings benefits and company contributions where applicable. Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, and parental or family leave in accordance with relevant plans and policies. Life insurance and short-term or long-term disability coverage. Flexible working hours and hybrid working arrangements where compatible with the role and team requirements. Professional-development resources, learning programs, office amenities, and team-led activities. Benefits vary by work location, employment status, scheduled hours, and plan eligibility and are subject to the terms of the applicable plans and company policies. This overview is not a contract or guarantee of benefits. Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Graphcore is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Graphcore is committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please let the recruiting team know. Candidate Privacy Personal information submitted during the recruiting process will be handled in accordance with Graphcore's applicable candidate privacy notices.

About Graphcore Graphcore is one of the world’s leading innovators in Artificial Intelligence compute. It is developing hardware, software and systems infrastructure that will unlock the next generation of AI breakthroughs and power the widespread adoption of AI solutions across every industry. As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is a member of an elite family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies. Together, they share a bold vision: to enable Artificial Super Intelligence and ensure its benefits are accessible to everyone. Graphcore’s teams are drawn from diverse backgrounds and bring a broad range of skills and perspectives. A melting pot of AI research specialists, silicon designers, software engineers and systems architects, Graphcore enjoys a culture of continuous learning and constant innovation. Job Summary We are looking for a Principal Architect to define and drive the architectural vision of the software stack for the Graphcore ML accelerator. In this role, you will shape the architecture of our software ecosystem and maintain a deep understanding of the product’s hardware and software components, their interfaces, and how they interact. You are an excellent communicator, and you proactively convey the software architecture. You bring a pragmatic, trade-off-aware approach to decision-making, fully recognising the impact of architectural choices on product direction and engineering outcomes. The Team The software architecture team is responsible for defining, maintaining and communicating the overarching architecture of our software stack, from firmware to ML frameworks. The team works within the wider software organisation, partnering closely with engineering teams who deliver against this architectural vision. Responsibilities and Duties Define & document the software architecture of the software stack. Work across different software domains to ensure a coherent end too end architecture. Clearly communicate the software architecture to engineering teams. Ensure teams understand key software architectural components, interfaces, and guiding principles. Continuously maintain the software architecture as the product evolves. Communicate architectural changes proactively to all relevant stakeholders. Stay informed about trends and developments in the ML/software ecosystem. Assess the architectural impact of new technologies. Be aware of the usability, performance, reliability, maintainability, testability, security and observability constraints on the software architecture. Prototyping and validating architectural concepts through proof-of-concept implementations. Contribute to future and/or related product definitions with a forward-looking mindset, understanding and communicating the impact of future direction on software architecture. Work with the HW and Silicon architects to ensure product the needs of software stack. Ensure the software architecture meets the product requirements. Work closely with engineering, product, leadership, and partners to ensure alignment between business goals and architectural direction. Candidate Profile Essential: Expertise in one or more of these technologies; Firmware, Drivers, ML frameworks (PyTorch, Triton, etc), Collectives, HPC, Tooling, C & C++, CPU architectures. Technical expertise in the ML accelerator software space. Excellent communication skill, both written and verbal. Collaborative mindset and ability to influence. Pragmatic approach to decision making, being very aware of trade-offs and implications. Desirable Demonstrable experience in a previous architecture role. Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers flexible working, a generous annual leave policy, private medical insurance and health cash plan, a dental plan, pension (matched up to 5%), life assurance and income protection. We have a generous parental leave policy and an employee assistance programme (which includes health, mental wellbeing, and bereavement support). We offer a range of healthy food and snacks at our central Bristol office and have our own barista bar! We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences; we’re committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if you require any reasonable adjustments. Applicants for this position must hold the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately at this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support for visa applications

About Graphcore Graphcore is one of the world’s leading innovators in Artificial Intelligence compute. It is developing hardware, software and systems infrastructure that will unlock the next generation of AI breakthroughs and power the widespread adoption of AI solutions across every industry. As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is a member of an elite family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies. Together, they share a bold vision: to enable Artificial Super Intelligence and ensure its benefits are accessible to everyone. Graphcore’s teams are drawn from diverse backgrounds and bring a broad range of skills and perspectives. A melting pot of AI research specialists, silicon designers, software engineers and systems architects, Graphcore enjoys a culture of continuous learning and constant innovation. Job Summary We are looking for a Principal Architect to define and drive the architectural vision of the software stack for the Graphcore ML accelerator. In this role, you will shape the architecture of our software ecosystem and maintain a deep understanding of the product’s hardware and software components, their interfaces, and how they interact. You are an excellent communicator, and you proactively convey the software architecture. You bring a pragmatic, trade-off-aware approach to decision-making, fully recognising the impact of architectural choices on product direction and engineering outcomes. The Team The software architecture team is responsible for defining, maintaining and communicating the overarching architecture of our software stack, from firmware to ML frameworks. The team works within the wider software organisation, partnering closely with engineering teams who deliver against this architectural vision. Responsibilities and Duties Define & document the software architecture of the software stack. Work across different software domains to ensure a coherent end too end architecture. Clearly communicate the software architecture to engineering teams. Ensure teams understand key software architectural components, interfaces, and guiding principles. Continuously maintain the software architecture as the product evolves. Communicate architectural changes proactively to all relevant stakeholders. Stay informed about trends and developments in the ML/software ecosystem. Assess the architectural impact of new technologies. Be aware of the usability, performance, reliability, maintainability, testability, security and observability constraints on the software architecture. Prototyping and validating architectural concepts through proof-of-concept implementations. Contribute to future and/or related product definitions with a forward-looking mindset, understanding and communicating the impact of future direction on software architecture. Work with the HW and Silicon architects to ensure product the needs of software stack. Ensure the software architecture meets the product requirements. Work closely with engineering, product, leadership, and partners to ensure alignment between business goals and architectural direction. Candidate Profile Essential: Expertise in one or more of these technologies; Firmware, Drivers, ML frameworks (PyTorch, Triton, etc), Collectives, HPC, Tooling, C & C++, CPU architectures. Technical expertise in the ML accelerator software space. Excellent communication skill, both written and verbal. Collaborative mindset and ability to influence. Pragmatic approach to decision making, being very aware of trade-offs and implications. Desirable Demonstrable experience in a previous architecture role. Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers flexible working, a generous annual leave policy, private medical insurance and health cash plan, a dental plan, pension (matched up to 5%), life assurance and income protection. We have a generous parental leave policy and an employee assistance programme (which includes health, mental wellbeing, and bereavement support). We offer a range of healthy food and snacks at our central Bristol office and have our own barista bar! We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences; we’re committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if you require any reasonable adjustments. Applicants for this position must hold the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately at this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support for visa applications

Location: Bristol or Cambridge, UK Salary: £45,000 per annum Start date: September 2027 Application deadline : Midnight, 29th November 2026 We encourage you to apply early, as we may close applications before the advertised deadline. The Graduate Programme at Graphcore Join Graphcore in a permanent role and start your career with two years of hands-on learning. From day one, you’ll be trusted to take ownership, share your ideas and help shape what we’re creating. You’ll tackle challenging problems alongside a team who support your development and are as excited about your success as you are. What you’ll work on Put your programming and Linux skills to work on the software that helps Graphcore’s AI systems run reliably. As a Graduate Software Engineer in System Software Quality Assurance (QA), you’ll help validate low-level firmware, Linux kernel drivers and platform tools. You’ll design and develop tests, investigate issues and give development teams clear feedback on software quality. You’ll also maintain and improve continuous integration pipelines across different platforms. Working closely with System Software development teams, you’ll help strengthen test-driven development and solve practical engineering problems that matter to customers. Your team and support You will be working closely with a team of passionate engineers who will help you each step of the way. Your buddy will be Myles who has recently completed his own graduate program, they can not only help you with becoming an individual contributor but also suggest some fascinating travel destinations for your next holiday. How you’ll learn and grow During the two-year programme, you’ll deepen your systems knowledge through hands-on testing across firmware, Linux kernel drivers and platform tools. Designing tests will help you understand the foundations on which some of the most popular models run, finding and debugging defects will teach you about the low-level software and interactions with the hardware. You will have a chance to work in the lab configuring hardware connections and work on building automation pipelines to seamlessly run tests in loop and process results. Collaboration with development teams will help you connect your findings to software improvements, explain technical issues clearly and develop your engineering judgement from design through delivery. What we're looking for Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Maths, Data Science or a related field Experience working with Linux internals and or firmware Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python Clear written and verbal communication, with a collaborative, practical approach to solving challenging technical problems and taking ownership of quality work You can demonstrate these skills through coursework, a dissertation, personal or team projects, research, or other relevant experience. Tell us what you built or investigated, how you approached it and what you learned. Knowledge of low-level software testing, virtualisation, hypervisor concepts or automation pipelines would be useful. These are additional strengths, rather than essential requirements. Benefits Flexible working: Balance your work and personal life with greater flexibility Retirement planning support: Up to 5% matched pension Phantom equity: Share in Graphcore’s success Workplace experience: Enjoy thoughtfully designed office spaces for collaboration, with free food and an on-site barista to support your day Peace of mind protection: Income protection and life assurance to provide financial security for you and your loved ones Electric Vehicle Scheme: Choose an electric vehicle and lease it through salary sacrifice Flexible benefits: Tailor your benefits package with a choice of additional options, including private medical insurance and dental cover Optional benefits: Dental cover, health cash plan, private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, give as you earn We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work. We’re an equal opportunity employer and recognise that everyone brings different strengths and perspectives. If you need any adjustments during the interview process, just let us know - we’re happy to support you. Sponsorship Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme, without requiring visa sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor work visas for our Early Careers opportunities. Introduction to Graphcore At Graphcore, we’re building next generation AI compute: from semiconductors and software to systems at datacenter scale. We are proud to be owned by SoftBank Group and work with other companies in the SoftBank family to deliver AI compute to customers working at the AI frontier. Starting your career here means working alongside people with different backgrounds and expertise, from AI researchers to chip designers and software engineers. You’ll learn from each other, bring fresh ideas and help solve challenging problems together. How to apply and what to expect To apply, answer the application questions below and upload your CV and cover letter. We’ll let you know the outcome of your application by early December at the latest. If successful, you’ll be invited to complete a technical assessment. Candidates who reach the final stage will then be invited to attend in-person assessments in early spring. Ready to put your learning into practice? Start your career in a permanent System Software QA role, with two years of hands-on learning through the Graphcore Graduate Programme. Apply now and help shape what comes next.

About us Graphcore is one of the world’s leading innovators in Artificial Intelligence compute. It is developing hardware, software and systems infrastructure that will unlock the next generation of AI breakthroughs and power the widespread adoption of AI solutions across every industry. As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is a member of an elite family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies. Together, they share a bold vision: to enable Artificial Super Intelligence and ensure its benefits are accessible to everyone. Graphcore’s teams are drawn from diverse backgrounds and bring a broad range of skills and perspectives. A melting pot of AI research specialists, silicon designers, software engineers and systems architects, Graphcore enjoys a culture of continuous learning and constant innovation. Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Principal Staff UEFI Engineer to design, develop, and deploy UEFI-based firmware for Graphcore’s hyperscale AI server platforms. This role focuses on developing system firmware responsible for platform initialization, hardware configuration, and reliability features across large-scale data center deployments. The Team Graphcore is a globally recognised leader in Artificial Intelligence computing systems. The company designs advanced semiconductors and data centre hardware that provide the specialised processing power needed to drive AI innovation, while delivering the efficiency required to support its broader adoption. The Firmware Engineering team develops the foundational firmware responsible for platform initialization, hardware configuration, and system reliability across Graphcore’s AI compute infrastructure. The team collaborates with silicon engineering, hardware design teams, BMC firmware teams, validation engineers, and platform architects to enable reliable server platform bring-up and operation. Responsibilities and Duties Design, develop, and deploy UEFI-based firmware for hyperscale server platforms. Collaborate with ODM partners throughout the design lifecycle from concept to mass production. Integrate UEFI firmware into CI/CD pipelines enabling automated builds, regression testing, and static analysis. Develop firmware functionality supporting platform initialization including CPU, memory, PCIe, and system interconnects. Implement system firmware security features including root of trust, secure boot chains, and signed firmware updates. Develop platform firmware features supporting server reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS). Build firmware interfaces supporting telemetry, firmware updates, and system management capabilities. Collaborate with hardware, BMC, security, and validation teams to ensure full platform integration. Debug and perform root cause analysis for firmware and hardware issues across lab and production environments. Candidate Profile Essential Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering , Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline. Strong experience developing UEFI or BIOS firmware for server platforms. Expertise with UEFI, TianoCore , and firmware architecture design. Strong experience developing firmware solutions for hyperscale or cloud data center environments. Strong programming skills in C/C++. Deep understanding of DDR memory training, cache coherency protocols, and PCIe subsystems. Strong knowledge of server platform architecture including power delivery, thermal management, sensors, and FRUs. Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines for firmware development. Experience debugging system firmware using logic analyzers, JTAG, GDB, and similar tools. Desirable Experience developing UEFI firmware for ARM-based server platforms. Experience with EDK II codebase development and upstream contribution. Experience working with ODM/JDM partners on server platform development programs. Experience delivering firmware for hyperscale cloud deployments and production environments. USA Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers flexible working and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing and financial future. Our benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), disability and life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, commuter benefits, wellness services and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences; we're committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if you require any reasonable adjustments.

About the job Build the cloud platform that puts Graphcore AI systems into real use. As a Senior Cloud Engineer, you will develop and operate private cloud services for Graphcore teams and users. You will turn product and user requirements into reliable, deployed services. Your work will support large-scale AI systems built from Graphcore hardware, high-performance servers, networks and storage. These systems help engineers validate, benchmark and optimise the platforms behind advanced AI compute. You will use Infrastructure-as-Code, observability and automation to deploy, test and improve cloud infrastructure. You will also work with datacentre, software and product teams to keep critical systems performing. This is hands-on engineering with real ownership. You will often work with pre-release hardware and software, where judgement and pace matter. The team and culture The Cloud Platform Team builds the systems that give internal users and customers access to Graphcore AI infrastructure. Work moves from requirements to deployed services, with engineers close to the users and systems they support. You will work across Software Platform, Datacentre Operations and Product Development. Decisions are shaped by technical evidence, user needs and the realities of operating critical infrastructure. This team suits engineers who take responsibility, speak up and move quickly. You will be trusted to work independently, solve hard platform problems and keep services available. What we’re looking for Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in a relevant subject. Solid software engineering or IT experience, with proven delivery as an individual contributor. Experience managing on-premises or private-cloud environments. Strong Linux scripting and system administration skills across bash, Python, awk, sed, Ubuntu, RHEL and variants. Experience with Git, CI pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform/OpenTofu, Ansible or Packer. Hands-on understanding of cloud services, virtualisation, networks, storage, monitoring and observability. While we have outlined a set of requirements, we value transferable skills and diverse experiences. If you meet most of our essential criteria, we encourage you to submit an application and showcase how your background makes you a strong candidate. Benefits · Flexible working: Balance your work and personal life with greater flexibility · Generous leave: Take time to rest, recharge and enjoy life outside of work · Retirement planning support: Up to 5% matched pension · Phantom equity: Share in Graphcore’s success · Workplace experience: Enjoy thoughtfully designed office spaces for collaboration, with free food and an on-site barista to support your day · Peace of mind protection: Income protection and life assurance to provide financial security for you and your loved ones · Flexible benefits: Tailor your benefits package with a choice of additional options, including private medical insurance and dental cover · Optional benefits: Dental cover, health cash plan, private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, give as you earn We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work. We’re an equal opportunity employer and recognise that everyone brings different strengths and perspectives. If you need any adjustments during the interview process, just let us know - we’re happy to support you. Sponsorship Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support visa applications for this role. Join the Team at Graphcore Graphcore is one of the world’s leading innovators in Artificial Intelligence compute. It is developing hardware, software and systems infrastructure that will unlock the next generation of AI breakthroughs and power the widespread adoption of AI solutions across every industry. As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is a member of an elite family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies. Together, they share a bold vision: to enable Artificial Super Intelligence and ensure its benefits are accessible to everyone. Graphcore’s teams are drawn from diverse backgrounds and bring a broad range of skills and perspectives. A melting pot of AI research specialists, silicon designers, software engineers and systems architects, Graphcore brings together deep expertise to solve complex problems and deliver meaningful progress in AI compute.

Location: Bristol, UK Salary: £45,000 per annum Start date: September 2027 Application deadline : Midnight, 29th November 2026 We encourage you to apply early, as we may close applications before the advertised deadline. The Graduate Programme at Graphcore Join Graphcore in a permanent role and start your career with two years of hands-on learning. From day one, you’ll be trusted to take ownership, share your ideas and help shape what we’re creating. You’ll tackle challenging problems alongside a team who support your development and are as excited about your success as you are. What you’ll work on Help build the software that connects Graphcore hardware with the machine learning frameworks researchers and engineers rely on. As a Graduate Software Engineer across our Frameworks team, you’ll develop software connecting Graphcore’s machine learning accelerators with frameworks including PyTorch and Triton. You’ll implement features, optimise performance, resolve defects and create tests and technical documentation. You’ll write and improve tests, investigate issues and help make the software more reliable and faster. You’ll also write clear documentation and take part in code reviews, discussing ideas and learning from feedback. Take ownership of clearly scoped tasks, with support from experienced colleagues as you learn your way around the codebase. Your team and support The Frameworks team works with tools including PyTorch and Triton Its work connects these tools with compilers, which translate code for hardware, and runtime software, which helps it execute. We plan and review work in short cycles using Scrum. You’ll have clear priorities, regular feedback and opportunities to learn from colleagues working across software and hardware. Technical evidence and the needs of our users help guide our decisions. You’ll be encouraged to ask questions, challenge existing approaches and share ideas for making things better. Take responsibility for your work and speak up when you spot a problem or need support. How you’ll learn and grow During the two-year programme, you’ll build your understanding of how software and hardware work together to run AI workloads. Hands-on tasks will help you develop your knowledge of compilers and runtime software, alongside your skills in testing, debugging and documentation. Code reviews and technical discussions will give you feedback on your approach and help you learn how other engineers solve problems. As you build confidence in the codebase, you’ll learn how to turn an idea into a software feature, investigate how it behaves and explain your work to colleagues.[ What we’re looking for Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Maths, Machine Learning, Data Science or a related field Hands-on experience with Python or C++, with the ability to write clear, maintainable code, tests and documentation Practical experience or a strong academic understanding of compiler development, ML frameworks or a computationally intensive engineering field An interest in AI, machine learning frameworks, high-performance software or computer architecture, with curiosity and openness to learning through feedback and technical discussions You can demonstrate these skills through coursework, a dissertation, personal or team projects, placements, internships, open-source contributions or other relevant experience. Relevant modules and university projects count as evidence of your compiler knowledge. Tell us what you built or investigated, how you approached it and what you learned. Benefits Flexible working: Balance your work and personal life with greater flexibility Retirement planning support: Up to 5% matched pension Phantom equity: Share in Graphcore’s success Workplace experience: Enjoy thoughtfully designed office spaces for collaboration, with free food and an on-site barista to support your day Peace of mind protection: Income protection and life assurance to provide financial security for you and your loved ones Electric Vehicle Scheme: Choose an electric vehicle and lease it through salary sacrifice Flexible benefits: Tailor your benefits package with a choice of additional options, including private medical insurance and dental cover Optional benefits: Dental cover, health cash plan, private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, give as you earn We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work. We’re an equal opportunity employer and recognise that everyone brings different strengths and perspectives. If you need any adjustments during the interview process, just let us know - we’re happy to support you. Sponsorship Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme, without requiring visa sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor work visas for our Early Careers opportunities. Introduction to Graphcore At Graphcore, we’re building next generation AI compute: from semiconductors and software to systems at datacenter scale. We are proud to be owned by SoftBank Group and work with other companies in the SoftBank family to deliver AI compute to customers working at the AI frontier. Starting your career here means working alongside people with different backgrounds and expertise, from AI researchers to chip designers and software engineers. You’ll learn from each other, bring fresh ideas and help solve challenging problems together. How to apply and what to expect To apply, answer the application questions below and upload your CV and cover letter. We’ll let you know the outcome of your application by early December at the latest. If successful, you’ll be invited to complete a technical assessment. Candidates who reach the final stage will then be invited to attend in-person assessments in early spring. Ready to put your learning into practice? Start your career in a permanent Software Engineer role in our Frameworks team, with two years of hands-on learning through the Graphcore Graduate Programme. Apply now and help shape what comes next.