Principal System Tests & Diagnostics Engineer

The Principal System Tests & Diagnostics Engineer at Graphcore will lead the development and integration of specialized silicon validation and diagnostic tools for next-generation AI System-on-Chip (SoC) platforms. This role is pivotal in ensuring the reliability and performance of Graphcore's AI hardware solutions.

Key responsibilities include extending existing diagnostic tools to support Graphcore's AI platform, developing specialized diagnostics and stress-testing software for system components such as CPU, memory, interconnect, and PCIe, and building reusable validation utilities that integrate into the existing validation framework. The engineer will also design configurable diagnostic applications supporting multiple silicon revisions and platforms, develop automation for executing diagnostics across server and rack-scale validation environments, and collaborate with hardware architects to understand new hardware capabilities and identify missing diagnostics.

The ideal candidate should have experience in developing diagnostic software for hardware validation, a strong understanding of system-level hardware components, and proficiency in programming languages such as C or Python. Experience with hardware debugging tools and methodologies, as well as a solid understanding of hardware-software interactions, are essential. The role requires the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Compensation and benefits details are not specified in the available information.

Graphcore is a leading innovator in AI compute, developing hardware, software, and systems infrastructure to accelerate AI breakthroughs. As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and the chance to contribute to transformative AI technologies.