Staff Engineer Lead in Bristol

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 brings together deep expertise to solve complex problems and deliver meaningful progress in AI compute. Job Summary Reporting to the Head of Data & Transformation, the Staff Data Engineer – Agentic Applications is a senior individual contributor responsible for designing, building and operating Python-based web applications, agentic workflows and supporting data services for Graphcore’s business teams. The role combines strong data engineering foundations with hands-on application development, using AI agents, trusted data and business system integrations to improve decision-making and automate operational workflows. Depending on the use case, you will ei

About the job Own the reliability of AI compute hardware where lab discovery becomes data centre reality. Graphcore is building the hardware and systems infrastructure needed for the next generation of AI breakthroughs. This role helps prove those platforms work when complexity, scale and pressure increase. You will lead advanced operational, diagnostic and engineering support across lab and data centre environments. Your work will improve hardware bring-up, validation and troubleshooting for AI compute platforms. You will diagnose failures across server blades, racks, power systems, thermal behaviour, network configuration and BIOS/BMC issues. You will turn hard problems into clear root cause analysis, corrective action and better operating practice. This is hands-on engineering with visible impact. You will support new platforms from early bring-up through deployment, helping Graphcore move faster with confidence. The team and culture You will work with Systems Engineering, Hardware Engineering, server engineering, firmware, platform architects and data centre operations. Problems are solved close to the hardware, with clear evidence and direct ownership. The team moves quickly during bring-up and validation cycles. Engineers are expected to act fast, take responsibility and speak up when something needs attention. Decisions are shaped by data, system behaviour and practical engineering judgement. You will guide others, improve documentation and help raise the standa

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

Why Sony Interactive Entertainment? Sony Interactive Entertainment isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we’re part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity. The role We are looking for a strong Software Development Manager to lead high-impact teams within the PlayStation SDK Developer CPU Toolchain department. This role is centred on people leadership and operational excellence, rather than hands-on technical ability. This role requires a balanced leader, someone who can manage high-performing teams, and have a solid understanding of development tools. You will be responsible for supporting and developing the team members, including setting goals and ambitions; supporting and mentoring team members across a range of career levels from graduate to staff software engineer. The role requires working with teams in multiple time zones and may require some travel through the year. What you’ll be

About the job Build the test strategy that protects Graphcore’s system software releases at scale. As a Staff System Software Engineer, you will shape integration and system testing across firmware, BMC and Linux device drivers. Your work will help create a high quality gate for system software release packages. You will design, build, automate and report tests across complex server class systems. You will also develop reusable tools, pipelines and packaging solutions that help teams move faster with confidence. This role needs deep low level software knowledge and strong system thinking. You will own hard technical areas, guide best practice and stay close to the code. The team and culture You will join a new integration and system test team within System Software QA. The team verifies integrated components across BMC, firmware and Linux device drivers. Work happens close to the hardware, across component teams and QA. You will partner with developers, consult package stakeholders and turn use cases into robust system tests. Decisions are shaped by evidence, clear technical reasoning and ownership. You will be expected to speak up, act fast and raise standards through hands-on leadership. What we’re looking for · Strong experience in low level system testing and integration across complex software and hardware layers. · Deep understanding of RTOS, complex boot logic, Linux and device drivers. · Test development capability using Python and C/C++. · Experience working with har

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 tr

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

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 a 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. We bring together specialists across AI research, silicon design, software engineering and systems to solve complex problems and deliver meaningful impact. Job Summary Initially reporting to the Head of Data & Transformation, you will help business teams improve how they work and make decisions through process change, data analytics and AI-assisted and agentic workflows. Working closely with the Data Enablement Lead, you will independently lead complex, agreed initiatives from discovery and process mapping through requirements definition, hands-on analysis, prototyping, implementation and adoption. You will help teams find and use trusted data, embed analytics and agentic workflows into everyday activities, and achieve measurable improvements in business outcomes. The Team

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 m

Opportunity At Pulse Doctors, we are delighted to be working in partnership with n leading independent UK provider of elective care to recruit an experienced, fellowship-trained Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a specialist interest in Upper limb surgery to join their expanding surgical team near Bristol. The post-holder will deliver a high-quality, high-volume elective Upper limb service, including specialist shoulder-led orthopaedic care across outpatient, day-case and inpatient settings, within a well-supported independent sector environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a surgeon seeking a focused elective practice free from emergency on-call commitments, with the support of an experienced anaesthetic team, dedicated scrub staff, and a robust clinical governance framework. The Treatment Centre is a modern, purpose-built facility in South Gloucestershire, north-east of Bristol, delivering a high volume of elective surgical procedures to NHS patients across the Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire footprint. The Centre operates dedicated orthopaedic theatres, a laminar flow environment, and a well-equipped recovery and physiotherapy unit. Consultant Job Plan A typical job plan will comprise of 40 hours of clinical activity per week across 4 days, including Saturdays on occasions, with flexible elements. Five hours for SPA is given per week, but employees are expected to work flexibly where necessary when colleagues are on leave. The an

Job title: Consultant Gastroenterologist Contract: 3-6 months (View to extend) Location: Bristol Working Hours: 40 hours per week (10 PA job plan) Endoscopies & Outpatient clinic cover & Admin/referrals only Salary: Competitive rates We’re looking for a Consultant Gastroenterologist to join our client's growing Gastroenterology service in Bristol. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, where you will be an integral part of a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional patient care. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and growth of the service, participate in innovative treatments and procedures, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care. Responsibilities: Be responsible and work independently for the continuing care of patients alongside consultant staff, participate in the Gastroenterology on-call rota, care for patients with gastrointestinal complaints through a mix of emergency and elective care, and note that CESR support can be offered to applicants pursuing GMC-specialist registration. Requirements to Apply: GMC Registered Gastroenterology medicine experience post CCT/Consultant level Benefits: Competitive hourly rates Daily and weekly payroll services Revalidation and appraisal services A dedicated and responsive consultant Access to CPD events & training courses Access to exclusive locum opportunities with more preferred su

Job Title: Sonographer Band: 7 Location: Bristol Start: ASAP Duration: Adhoc shifts until end of February Rate: £26.00 p/h Working hours: 09:00am – 17:00pm We are seeking a highly skilled Band 7 Sonographer to join our client’s team in Bristol. This role requires a professional with significant experience in various ultrasound modalities and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. If you are a dedicated Sonographer looking to advance your career in a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will perform a wide range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations with precision and independently report on these findings. You will manage the daily operational aspects of the ultrasound service, supervise and train junior staff, and ensure the maintenance and care of sophisticated ultrasound equipment. Additionally, you will participate in departmental audits, research activities, and governance, focusing on risk management and health and safety protocols. Your role will be crucial in providing accurate diagnostics and contributing to the continuous improvement of imaging services. Qualifications and Experience: · HCPC registration. · Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Radiography or Medical Ultrasound. · At least three to five years’ experience in various ultrasound modalities. · Proficiency in performing and interpreting a wide range of ultrasound examinations independently. · Commitment to conti

Job Title: Locum Physiotherapist - Acute In-patient Respiratory Banding: Band 6 Location: Bristol Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Duration: 3 months Rate: Competitive Opening Paragraph: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Band 6 Locum Physiotherapist to join our Adult Therapies department in Bristol. This role focuses on providing acute in-patient respiratory physiotherapy services. If you have a strong background in respiratory care and are looking for a temporary position to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply. This position is available due to staff vacancies and requires immediate cover. Responsibilities: As a Band 6 Locum Physiotherapist - Acute In-patient Respiratory you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive respiratory assessments and developing individualized treatment plans for in-patient adults with acute respiratory conditions. This includes providing airway clearance techniques, breathing exercises, and patient education to improve respiratory function and overall health. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure a holistic approach to patient care. Additionally, you will maintain accurate patient records, participate in clinical audits, and contribute to the development of respiratory services. Your role will also involve mentoring junior staff and students, promoting best practices and continuous professional development. Qualifications and Experiences: Degree in Physiotherapy an

A specialist healthcare service is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist – Male PICU/Medical Director to join the team. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours per week. The hospital provides comprehensive inpatient mental health services within a supportive and therapeutic environment. What you’ll be doing As Consultant Psychiatrist – Male PICU/Medical Director, you will be accountable for: Leading the recruitment, induction, and probation of medical staff, ensuring compliance with training requirements, specialist registration, and practising privileges. Overseeing medical staff appraisals, revalidation, and performance management, addressing clinical or behavioural concerns collaboratively. Providing strategic and operational leadership as part of the Senior Management Team, ensuring healthcare policy, clinical governance, and best practice standards are implemented and maintained. Ensuring effective medical cover, including robust arrangements for out-of-hours and annual leave. Leading clinical investigations, complaints, and crisis management, working with senior clinical leadership to resolve issues and drive improvements. Contributing to continuous learning by embedding lessons from complaints, incidents, benchmarking, and service user feedback. Maintaining your own clinical caseload, completing mandatory training, and representing the hospital’s clinical expertise with commissioners, partners, and stakeholders. Further details are available in the job description. What you