Production Line Management Engineer in Bristol

About the job Own the test strategy that proves Graphcore’s next generation drivers are production-ready. As a Staff System Software Engineer, you will shape how Graphcore validates complex device drivers and platform tools. You will bring technical depth across Linux kernels, drivers and systems software. Your work will help raise the quality bar for products that support the next generation of AI compute. You will influence design decisions, guide test infrastructure and drive reliability across the stack. You will design, build, execute and report tests across component, system and acceptance levels. You will debug difficult issues using hardware and software tools, simulators and emulators. This is a hands-on technical leadership role with broad reach. You will help teams move quickly while protecting production quality. The team and culture The Drivers QA team verifies low-level kernel drivers, user-space libraries and platform tools. Work spans component tests, user acceptance and full system validation. You will work directly with driver developers, hardware, firmware, ML stack, Kubernetes and cloud management teams. Decisions are made close to the technical detail, with engineers expected to speak up and own outcomes. The team values engineers who think big, act fast and take responsibility. You will mentor others, raise standards and turn hard system problems into lasting improvements. What we're looking for · Deep experience validating Linux kernels, device drivers or similar systems software · Strong C++ and Python test development skills · Experience with CI/CD, build tools and modern automated testing practices · Ability to debug complex issues across hardware, firmware, drivers and upper software layers · Proven ownership of technical work, priorities and delivery in an agile engineering setting · Clear communication skills, including the ability to document and explain complex technical concepts While we have outlined a set of requirements, we value t

About the job Define how Graphcore tests complex hardware before it reaches production and the field. As Principal Board Test Engineer, you will lead advanced manufacturing test strategy for complex Circuit Board Assemblies. You will shape how Graphcore improves defect coverage, diagnostic resolution and production quality. Your work will influence products, test architectures and manufacturing partners. You will define methods, evaluation criteria and technical approaches that help PTD move faster with confidence. You will design and direct test strategies across optical inspection, X-ray inspection, in-circuit test, boundary scan and functional test. You will turn complex issues into clear decisions for engineering, suppliers and CEM partners. This is a senior technical role with real ownership. You will set direction, mentor engineers and help Graphcore build stronger test capability for future products. The Team and Culture The Product Test and Diagnosis team detects, diagnoses and manages hardware defects across chips, boards and full systems. The team works close to design, manufacturing, silicon, software and systems engineering. Work moves through hands-on investigation, clear technical judgement and direct ownership. You will be expected to act fast, speak up and take responsibility for test strategy decisions. Decisions are shaped by evidence, design intent and manufacturing reality. You will help the team think big, challenge assumptions and raise engineering standards across disciplines. What we’re looking for · Deep expertise in manufacturing test for advanced, high-complexity Circuit Board Assemblies. · Strong knowledge of electronics fundamentals, CCA manufacturing processes and defect mechanisms. · Expertise in JTAG 1149.x boundary scan, iJTAG and embedded or processor-controlled functional test. · Experience architecting, programming and debugging bed-of-nails MDA/ICT and board-level test systems. · Capability to define test methods, evaluation fram

About the job Build the test systems that help deliver AI hardware at production scale. As a Staff Hardware System Test Engineer, you'll develop manufacturing test solutions for complex compute systems. Your work will help ensure products reach customers with the quality and reliability expected from Graphcore. You'll shape how hardware is tested across Host Processor Modules, server blades, and multi-node racks. The tools, test content, and diagnostics you create will directly influence manufacturing efficiency and product quality. You'll develop test software, design test approaches, and solve challenging hardware issues. You'll work closely with hardware, firmware, software, and manufacturing teams to improve test coverage and diagnose problems quickly. This role offers broad technical scope across silicon, boards, systems, software, and manufacturing. You'll have the opportunity to influence engineering decisions and raise technical standards across the organisation. The team and culture The Product Test and Diagnosis team owns the strategy for finding and diagnosing hardware defects throughout the product lifecycle. The team works across silicon, boards, servers, and rack-scale systems. Day to day, engineers work closely with design, firmware, software, quality, and manufacturing teams. Problems are solved through data, technical debate, and hands-on investigation. You'll join a global engineering group spanning the UK, Taiwan, India, and the United States. People are trusted to take ownership, make decisions, and drive improvements that deliver measurable results. What we're looking for Essential: Significant experience developing and deploying manufacturing test solutions for high-performance servers, accelerators (GPU-class), or comparable large-scale compute hardware. Strong technical leadership as an individual contributor, with experience owning substantial technical workstreams and collab

About the job Build the operating system that helps Graphcore scale quality, resilience and production readiness. As an Integrated Management Systems Engineer, you will help shape the Graphcore way. This is our integrated approach to practical, scalable management systems. You will turn ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 45001 and ISO 22301 requirements into usable ways of working. Your impact will reach engineering, operations, suppliers and corporate teams. Lead the delivery of the Integrated Management System internal audit programme, including audit planning and execution, reporting findings, agreeing corrective actions with process owners, and monitoring actions through to effective closure. The team and culture You will work with Manufacturing Operations and Quality, partnering closely with engineering, operations and process owners. Work happens through direct problem solving, clear ownership and practical decisions. This role needs someone who can move between standards, systems and real workflows. You will challenge complexity and help teams build processes that people actually use. Decisions are grounded in evidence, risk and operational reality. You will be expected to speak up, take responsibility and help Graphcore improve at pace. This Team work x3 days a week in the Bristol office. What we’re looking for · Strong understanding of ISO 9001 principles in engineering or technology-led organisations · Lead auditor qualification in ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 45001, ISO 22301 or ISO 9001 · Experience designing or improving management system processes · Ability to translate standards into practical operating models · Experience working in complex product development environments · Structured problem-solving skills, such as A3, 5 Whys or Ishikawa Benefits · Flexible working: Balance your work and personal life with greater flexibility, with an expectation to be in 2-3 days/week · Generous leave: Take time to rest, recharge and enjoy life outside of work · Retirement planni

About the job Build the test systems that prove advanced AI hardware is ready before it reaches production. As a Test Development Engineer, you will create and maintain test systems for Graphcore’s electronic hardware platforms. Your work will support preproduction test solutions across system and board-level products. You will define test methods, specify equipment and automate systems for complex hardware. This includes high-speed serial links, high-current power supplies, slower protocols and low-level PCBA debug. This role sits close to real engineering problems. You will build deep product knowledge, improve test coverage and help transfer robust solutions into production. The team and culture You will join the Hardware Test team, embedded within Graphcore’s wider Hardware Engineering group. The team works closely with SI, mechanical, layout, package, silicon, firmware and production teams. Work moves through practical test design, lab debug, automation and clear data. You will be trusted to take ownership and develop solutions that meet real hardware needs. The team values proactive communication across Graphcore and third-party support teams. Decisions are shaped by evidence, standards knowledge and the quality of the test data. What we’re looking for · Experience developing and automating test systems for complex electronic systems · Knowledge of Ethernet and/or PCIe testing, including high-speed hardware debug · Fluency in test scripting languages, including Python and LabView · Ability to plan test work, improve coverage and communicate progress clearly · Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, BERTs and VNAs · Strong ownership, teamwork and communication skills across technical teams 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. Benef

About the job Own the manufacturing excellence work that turns complex hardware into reliable, scalable production. As Manufacturing Operational Excellence Manager, you will improve quality, reliability and performance across Graphcore’s hardware lifecycle. You will connect manufacturing insight with engineering, quality and supply chain decisions. Your work will help products move from new product introduction into sustained production with stronger controls. You will use data to identify risks, understand failure mechanisms and drive measurable improvements. You will lead investigations, shape control plans and help teams act on manufacturing and reliability evidence. This role suits someone who can turn complex technical signals into clear action. The team and culture You will sit in the Quality team within Manufacturing Operations, working across silicon, board and system development. The team turns manufacturing and reliability insight into practical changes that improve products and processes. Work happens across boundaries, with manufacturing partners, engineering specialists and operations teams. You will bring structure, pace and evidence to complex decisions. This is an individual contributor role with real ownership. You will be expected to speak up, act quickly and lead through influence. What we're looking for · Strong technical grounding in manufacturing, quality or reliability engineering within semiconductor, advanced electronics or complex hardware environments. · Ability to apply structured problem-solving and data analysis to complex manufacturing or product quality issues. · Experience using statistical, process capability or reliability data to support engineering and operational decisions. · Understanding of new product introduction, production ramp and sustained volume manufacturing. · Confidence leading cross-functional investigations across manufacturing, engineering, quality and supply chain teams. · Ability to work with outsourced manufact

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" data-turn-id="request-6a61cc6f-a00c-8334-82ca-8a2dd2e477ca-0" data-turn-id-container="request-6a61cc6f-a00c-8334-82ca-8a2dd2e477ca-0" data-testid="conversation-turn-4" data-turn="assistant"> About the job Shape how advanced AI hardware is tested before it reaches customers. You'll lead the technical direction of manufacturing test solutions for Host Processor Modules, Server Blades, and multi-node rack systems. Your work will help ensure every system meets the highest quality standards before deployment. You'll own the architecture of the test executive software and develop manufacturing test content that validates complex hardware at scale. Working across hardware, firmware, and software teams, you'll enable reliable, efficient testing throughout production. This role offers broad technical influence. You'll solve complex engineering challenges, improve manufacturing quality through data, and help shape the future of Graphcore's production test capability. The team and culture You'll join the Product Test and Diagnosis team within Manufacturing Operations. The team defines and delivers test strategies across silicon, boards, server systems, and rack-scale platforms. Day to day, you'll work closely with engineers across hardware, firmware, software, manufacturing, and quality. Decisions are driven by technical evidence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You'll have the freedom to lead technically, mentor other engineers, and influence how manufacturing test evolves across globally distributed teams. What we're looking for Essential Extensive experience developing and deploying manufacturing test solutions for high-performance servers, accelerators (GPU-class), or comparable large-scale compute hardware. Proven technical leadership as

About the job Turn complex manufacturing data into higher yield, stronger quality and better products at scale. As Principal Product Engineer, you will help Graphcore manufacture advanced products with optimised yield, quality and cost. You will guide product performance through launch, production ramp and sustained high volume manufacturing. Your work will influence chip manufacturing, test, PCBA and system level production. You will help teams find the signals that improve reliability, reduce cost and protect quality. You will partner with OSATs, test engineering, manufacturing, quality, data engineering and analytics teams. Together, you will release new products and solve difficult yield, test and manufacturing challenges. This role suits someone who enjoys deep technical ownership and practical impact. You will turn manufacturing data into action across silicon, boards, blades and rack scale systems. The team and culture You will join the Product Test and Diagnosis team within Manufacturing Operations. The team spans Bristol, Cambridge, India, the US and Taiwan, working close to products and production partners. Work happens through direct ownership, technical depth and clear decisions. You will define best practice, challenge assumptions and move quickly when yield or quality needs attention. The team connects silicon, board level assemblies, server blades and rack scale systems. Decisions are grounded in data, engineering judgement and accountability for manufacturing outcomes. What we're looking for · Strong semiconductor product engineering, test engineering or manufacturing engineering capability in high volume production · Deep understanding of semiconductor, PCBA and system level manufacturing and testing · Strong statistical analysis skills, including SPC, DOE, regression, hypothesis testing and six sigma methods · Proven ability to analyse and visualise large manufacturing datasets using Python, SQL, JMP or similar tools · Experience driving yield, qua

Graphcore is a globally recognized leader in Artificial Intelligence computing systems. The company designs advanced semiconductors and datacentre 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. Together, we are working to enable Artificial Super Intelligence and ensure that its benefits are accessible to everyone. We are developing the next generation of AI compute, a large-scale system-on-chip (SoC) designed to power future high-performance AI systems. As the Director of Post Silicon Validation, you will be responsible for leading the Bristol team, enabling pre-production software to run reliably on new silicon quickly and efficiently, before showing that the silicon meets the highest standards of quality, reliability and functionality, ready for production deployment. Reporting to the Senior Director of Post Silicon Validation, you will manage, develop and grow the Post Silicon Validation team in Bristol, delivering post-silicon validation across the full AI SoC, working across silicon, firmware, and platform levels. The role requires a deep technical understanding, strong hands-on debug experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively with hardware, software, and systems engineering teams. Responsibilities Manage, develop and grow the Post Silicon Validation team in Bristol: The Post Silicon Validation team is relatively new, with a strong remit and growing quickly to help Graphcore bring up new silicon quickly and effectively. Play a significant role in the definition, planning and execution of chip bringup activities: Develop and refine the overall post-silicon validation approach for our AI SoCs, ensuring reliable and timely delivery of validated silicon, architectural correctness, feature r

Senior: GBP 73,500 - 99,500 Staff: GBP 97,300 - 131,700 Subject to alignment to the responsibilities and duties of the role - we currently have multiple positions available at both Senior and Staff level. About the job Build the Linux distribution foundation that turns upstream software into trusted Graphcore platform releases. You will help create the Linux distribution that powers Graphcore AI systems. The team produces production-ready system images from proven upstream distributions. Your work will shape how releases are built, validated and prepared for deployment. You will strengthen the engineering path from upstream Linux software to dependable platform releases. You will build and improve automated pipelines, run established Linux test suites, and diagnose issues across build and validation flows. As the platform evolves, you will introduce controlled configuration and tuning changes with evidence-led validation. This is hands-on systems engineering with visible impact. You will help define reliable processes for a new team building a critical part of Graphcore’s platform. The team and culture You will join one of Graphcore’s newest engineering teams, helping shape its culture from the start. It is a small, co-located team where ownership matters and progress is visible. Work happens through close technical discussion, practical problem-solving and evidence-led decisions. Ideas are challenged openly, and the best path wins regardless of hierarchy. You will report to a leader who values technical credibility and invests in people’s growth. The team moves with pace, takes responsibility and changes direction when the evidence demands it. What we're looking for Strong practical experience working in Linux environments Experience building or maintaining automated CI/CD pipelines for reliable engineering workflows Proficiency in Python, Bash or similar

About the job Design the high-speed signal paths that let advanced AI compute systems perform at datacentre scale. As a Signal Integrity Engineer, you will shape the electrical performance of Graphcore hardware platforms. Your work will help 112Gbps and 224Gbps SERDES, DDR and processor interfaces operate within demanding system budgets. You will develop, extract and simulate PCB structures across production systems and test boards. You will define launches, via structures, transmission lines, stack-ups and low-loss materials for future designs. This role spans simulation, lab validation and practical design influence. You will work from concept through prototype bring-up, debug, validation and support for manufacture. The team and culture You will join the Hardware Engineering team, working closely with PCB, package substrate, system architecture and supplier teams. Work moves through simulation, design review, lab evidence and practical trade-offs. You will be expected to own signal integrity decisions across complex board and package interfaces. The team values careful analysis, pace and clear communication when problems need action. Decisions are made close to the engineering detail. You will challenge designs, guide constraints and help teams reach the best performance possible. What we’re looking for · Strong experience in high-speed digital circuit development, with deep signal and power integrity knowledge · Experience with high-frequency SERDES design and validation, including tens of GHz operation · Expertise using tools such as ANSYS SIWave, HFSS, Mentor HyperLynx or similar · Ability to design BGA and connector launches, via structures and transmission lines for GHz signals · Hands-on lab experience using VNAs, high-speed oscilloscopes and signal generators · Rigorous approach to design, debug and validation, with strong ownership and communication skills While we have outlined a set of requirements, we value transferable skills and diverse experiences.

About the job Build the hardware that turns new AI processors into working systems. As a Hardware Development Engineer, you will design circuit solutions for Graphcore processor systems and validation platforms. You will turn system requirements into schematics, layout constraints, and testable hardware. Your work will shape production systems and test boards used across development, validation, and customer enablement. You will help prove performance, margin, and reliability before designs move into volume production. Alongside silicon, architecture, software and PCB CAD specialists, you will make design decisions grounded in evidence. You will define validation plans, run lab campaigns, debug prototypes, and interpret results with firmware and architecture teams. This role suits someone who likes owning problems from first schematic to mass production readiness. Few roles connect board design, bring-up, validation, and production so directly. The team and culture Hardware Engineering builds production systems and test hardware around Graphcore processors. The team works close to silicon, architecture, firmware, software, and PCB CAD from the first requirement onwards. Engineers own designs through definition, schematic capture, layout support, bring-up, validation, and production transfer. Work moves quickly because problems are handled close to the lab, not passed between silos. The team makes decisions through evidence: measurements, design reviews, margin data, and open technical challenge. You will speak up, take responsibility, and help the team move with confidence. What we're looking for · Strong digital circuit design and validation skills, including DCDC regulators, power delivery, resets, clocks, and control interfaces. · Experience developing processor-based systems and working with interfaces such as Ethernet, PCIe, DDR, USB, QSPI and JTAG. · Practical lab depth in bring-up, debug, margin testing, and validation using oscilloscopes, logic analysers and

About the job Build the cloud platform that turns Graphcore AI systems into usable, scalable services. Graphcore needs a Bristol-based Staff Cloud Engineer to develop and deploy private and public cloud services for AI compute. You will join the Cloud Platform team within Software Platform, close to datacentre operations and product development. Your work will shape how internal users and customers access large-scale AI systems. You will keep critical infrastructure available while helping pre-release hardware and software become reliable cloud services. You will operate and extend OpenStack-based services, automate deployment with infrastructure-as-code, and improve observability across the fleet. You will benchmark, validate and optimise systems spanning Graphcore hardware, servers, switches and storage. This role suits someone who wants ownership of hard infrastructure problems, not a narrow ticket queue. Expect unproven components, direct user feedback, and decisions that move quickly into production. The team and culture The Cloud Platform team turns Graphcore products into large-scale AI solutions for internal users and customers. Work happens close to the systems, with engineers deploying, measuring and improving services directly. You will work with Software Platform, Datacentre Operations, Product Development, Engineering and QA. The team values people who take responsibility for unclear problems and make progress without waiting for perfect inputs. The team makes decisions from evidence: metrics, benchmarks, user impact and system behaviour. Engineers speak up, surface risks early and own corrective actions when systems need attention. What we’re looking for A relevant degree or equivalent practical experience, with proven ability to scope and deliver technical infrastructure work. Experience operating on-premises or private-cloud environments, with strong ownership of end-user availability. Strong Linux system administration and scripting sk

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. The Role: We are developing the next generation of AI compute, a large-scale system-on-chip (SoC) designed to power future high-performance AI systems. As the SoC Validation Lead, you will be responsible for enabling pre-production software to run reliably on new silicon quickly and efficiently, before showing that the silicon meets the highest standards of quality, reliability and functionality, ready for production deployment. You will lead a team delivering post-silicon validation across the full AI SoC, working across silicon, firmware, and platform levels. The role requires a deep technical understanding, strong hands-on debug experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively with hardware, software, and systems engineering teams. Responsibilities: Define and lead post-silicon validation strategy Develop and refine the overall post-silicon validation approach for our AI SoCs, ensuring reliable and timely delivery of validated silicon, architectural correctness, feature robustness, and at-scale system reliability. Drive cross-domain debug and issue resol

About Graphcore At Graphcore, we’re building the future of AI compute. We’re a team of semiconductor, software and AI experts, with deep experience in creating the complete AI compute stack - from silicon and software to infrastructure at datacenter scale. As part of the SoftBank Group, backed by significant long-term investment, we are delivering key technology into the fast-growing SoftBank AI ecosystem. To meet the vast and exciting AI opportunity, Graphcore is expanding its teams around the world. We are bringing together the brightest minds to solve the toughest problems, in a place where everyone has the opportunity to make an impact on the company, our products and the future of artificial intelligence. The Person Graphcore’s experienced, skilled, and motivated engineering team is heavily involved in shaping the future of AI. A successful candidate will exhibit exceptional knowledge in Design for Testability (DFT) and will have a strong technical background and experience in DFT methodologies, complemented by a robust, self-motivated work ethic. The ideal candidate should also have a focus on quality and demonstrate a good understanding of the importance of production test on the success of a product. Some hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas is essential: RTL design, simulations and debugging, synthesis, STA. The Role: We are expanding and looking for an experienced DFT engineers to join the Silicon team. As a part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on next-generation AI designs targeted for data centers applications. Responsibilities: Keep up with the latest industry trends in DFT domain and help adopt the latest DFT techniques and methodologies Work closely with design, verification, physical design and product engineering teams to integrate DFT requirements into the overall design process Define and implement DFT architecture and features for next-generation AI des