Graphcore

Senior Linux Distribution & Validation Engineer

Graphcore · London, UK

Posted about 2 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
70 days
Graphcore's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Graphcore's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Graphcore
high
189 stale, 5 reposted of 192 open
Hiring momentum
288 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

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About this role

As a Senior Linux Distribution & Validation Engineer, you will build and validate the Linux distribution that powers Graphcore's AI systems. Your role involves creating production-ready system images, improving automated pipelines, and diagnosing issues in build and validation flows. You will work closely with a small team, defining reliable processes and making evidence-led decisions to enhance the platform's engineering quality.

Our read on this posting2.6out of 5
benefits
4/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • 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 scripting languages
  • Experience with Linux image creation, provisioning or system installation
  • Ability to diagnose failures in automated build or test environments
  • Confidence using established tools while continuously improving engineering quality

What you get

  • 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

Worth weighing

  • No salary listed for the specific role; only ranges for Senior and Staff levels are provided.
  • The role emphasizes hands-on systems engineering with visible impact, which may appeal to candidates seeking ownership.
  • The company values transferable skills and diverse experiences, encouraging applications even if all criteria are not met.

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Listed by Graphcore on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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