Graphcore

Staff Software Engineer

Graphcore · Bristol, UK

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
87 days
Graphcore's roles stay open a median of 87 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Graphcore's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Graphcore
high
192 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
2026-10-29

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Graphcore's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Graphcore.

About this role

As a Senior Software Engineer at Graphcore, you will own the test strategy for validating next-generation drivers and platform tools, ensuring they are production-ready. Your role involves designing, executing, and reporting tests across various levels, debugging complex issues, and collaborating closely with multiple teams including driver developers and hardware engineers. This position emphasizes hands-on technical leadership and aims to enhance product quality and reliability in the AI compute space.

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

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Graphcore as an employer.

What you need

  • 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

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
  • Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK; no visa sponsorship available

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Listed by Graphcore on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-29. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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