Senior Firmware Architect - Real-Time AI Hardware

Graphcore; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovator in AI compute is seeking a Senior Staff Firmware Engineer in Bristol. This role involves designing, developing, and delivering complex firmware systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and providing technical leadership. Ideal candidates have significant experience in embedded systems using C/C++ and strong problem-solving skills. The company offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working

Generous annual leave

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Dental plan

Pension (matched up to 5%)

Life assurance

Income protection

Employee assistance programme

Healthy food and snacks at office

Barista bar

Qualifications

• Significant industry experience in embedded/firmware engineering using C/C++.
• Strong understanding of modern silicon and hardware interfaces.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement complex technical initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical authority for complex firmware features.
• Design, implement, and deliver high-quality, production-ready firmware in C.
• Mentor other engineers within the Firmware team.

Skills

Embedded/firmware engineering

C/C++

Real-time embedded systems

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Tools

CI/CD systems

Build tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

JTAG

Job description

A leading innovator in AI compute is seeking a Senior Staff Firmware Engineer in Bristol. This role involves designing, developing, and delivering complex firmware systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and providing technical leadership. Ideal candidates have significant experience in embedded systems using C/C++ and strong problem-solving skills. The company offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and various employee benefits.