Join Graphcore as a Staff Software Engineer to lead the validation of next-generation drivers for AI compute in a hands-on technical role.
Posted by employer 1 month ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 week ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
Role intensity
40% coding
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, years of experience, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In this role, the Staff Software Engineer at Graphcore is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive test strategy to ensure the reliability of complex device drivers and platform tools. The position requires deep expertise in Linux kernels, C++, and Python, along with experience in CI/CD and automated testing practices. This role is ideal for seasoned engineers who thrive in agile environments and are adept at debugging intricate issues across hardware and software layers. The team emphasizes a culture of ownership and innovation, encouraging engineers to contribute to high-quality outcomes.
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Quick facts
- Is the Staff Software Engineer role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Gdańsk, Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland.
- Where is the role based?
- Graphcore is hiring for this position in Gdańsk, Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C++, CI/CD, Kubernetes, Linux, Python.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Graphcore targets staff-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Staff Software Engineer role at Graphcore.
From the original posting
About the job
Own the test strategy that proves Graphcore’s next generation drivers are production-ready.
As a Staff System Software Engineer, you will shape how Graphcore validates complex device drivers and platform tools. You will bring technical depth across Linux kernels, drivers and systems software.
Your work will help raise the quality bar for products that support the next generation of AI compute. You will influence design decisions, guide test infrastructure and drive reliability across the stack.
You will design, build, execute and report tests across component, system and acceptance levels. You will debug difficult issues using hardware and software tools, simulators and emulators.
This is a hands-on technical leadership role with broad reach. You will help teams move quickly while protecting production quality.
The team and culture
The Drivers QA team verifies low-level kernel drivers, user-space libraries and platform tools. Work spans component tests, user acceptance and full system validation.
You will work directly with driver developers, hardware, firmware, ML stack, Kubernetes and cloud management teams. Decisions are made close to the technical detail, with engineers expected to speak up and own outcomes.
The team values engineers who think big, act fast and take responsibility. You will mentor others, raise standards and turn hard system problems into lasting improvements.
What we're looking for
· 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
While we have outlined a set of requirements, we value transferable skills and diverse experiences. If you meet most of our essential criteria, we encourage you to submit an application and showcase how your background makes you a strong candidate.
Benefits
· Flexible working: Balance your work and personal life with greater flexibility
· Comprehensive healthcare and dental cover: Premium medical and dental insurance, with the option to extend cover to your family
· Phantom equity: Share in Graphcore’s success
· Fitness and wellbeing support: A fully funded Medicover gym card, giving you access to a wide range of gyms, fitness classes and leisure centres
· Financial protection: Death and disability insurance, providing financial security for you and your loved ones
· Retirement savings: Build your financial future, with a 4% employer contribution from Graphcore, alongside your own contributions
· Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Confidential advice and support for you and your family across a range of personal, financial and wellbeing matters
We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work.
We’re an equal opportunity employer and recognise that everyone brings different strengths and perspectives. If you need any adjustments during the interview process, just let us know - we’re happy to support you.
Sponsorship
Applicants must have the legal right to work in Poland. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support visa applications for this role.
Join the Team at Graphcore
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 brings together deep expertise to solve complex problems and deliver meaningful progress in AI compute.
Ready to prove the reliability of the drivers behind next generation AI compute? Apply now to join Graphcore in Gdansk.