Senior System Software Engineer in Test

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 enjoys a culture of continuous learning and constant innovation. 

Join our innovative and ambitious team as a Senior System Software Engineer in Test at Graphcore Ltd. You will work on groundbreaking AI technologies. In the Drivers QA team, you will have a meaningful role in ensuring flawless performance of next-generation products.

Responsibilities

• Build, implement, and deliver high-quality tests for complex driver features.
• Support in debugging and Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) reduction of both internal and incoming issues.
• Develop, improve, and maintain the CI/CD pipelines.
• Influence the leadership team with improved 'ways of working' and mentor junior members of the team.
• Collaborate with other teams to understand use cases and develop integration and acceptance test plans.
• Actively participate in technical discussions, decision-making, and reviews within the team.

Requirements

• 5+ years of industry experience in validating Linux kernel and/or device drivers.
• Experience with test development using C++ and Python programming languages.
• Proficiency in CI/CD, build tools, and modern testing practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a track record of working with complex cross-layer issues.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to detail technical processes effectively.

Differentiators

• Experience working with server-class systems.
• Proficiency in Qemu or similar emulator environments.
• Experience with Kubernetes or OpenStack.

Graphcore Ltd. provides a collaborative environment where your skills will be challenged and developed. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has the chance to contribute to our world-class solutions and achieve their full potential. Join us in pushing the boundaries of AI innovation and make a lasting impact!

We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences; we’re committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if you require any reasonable adjustments.