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Staff System Software Engineer

Graphcore · Bristol, UK; Cambridge, UK

Posted about 3 months ago

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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

As a Staff System Software Engineer, you will be responsible for building the test strategy for Graphcore's system software releases, focusing on integration and system testing across firmware, BMC, and Linux device drivers. Your role involves designing, automating, and reporting tests for complex server systems while developing tools and pipelines to enhance team efficiency. You will work closely with hardware and collaborate with various teams to ensure high-quality software releases.

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

  • 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 hardware, debuggers, CI/CD pipelines and build or integration tools
  • Ability to debug cross-layer issues and drive root-cause investigations to lasting corrective actions
  • Clear communication skills, with the ability to mentor engineers and document complex technical decisions

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 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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