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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 80 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
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
The Staff Hardware Validation Engineer will define and execute validation and verification processes for complex electronic systems throughout their lifecycle. This role involves developing validation strategies, executing hands-on testing, analyzing failures, and collaborating with ODM partners to ensure product compliance and quality before mass production. The engineer will also be responsible for documenting test plans and results, as well as maintaining communication with cross-functional teams.
- benefits
- 4/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- 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
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of board-level hardware validation experience
- Strong understanding of digital and mixed-signal electronic systems
- Experience validating high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, USB, Ethernet, DDR, MIPI, SPI, I2C, UART, or similar technologies
- Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation and measurement techniques
- Experience working with ODMs, contract manufacturers, or external engineering partners
Nice to have
- Experience with server, networking, embedded, AI/ML hardware, or datacenter platforms
- Experience supporting NPI and manufacturing ramp activities
- Experience with schematic review and PCB design fundamentals
- Ability to read and interpret component datasheets to identify electrical specifications, timing requirements, operating limits, and validation criteria
What you get
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
- Disability and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Commuter benefits
Worth weighing
- No salary listed
- Role involves significant hands-on testing and collaboration with ODMs, which may require travel
- Experience with specific technologies and tools is emphasized, which may limit candidates without that background
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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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