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A leading technology company is seeking a Test Development Engineer in Bristol to develop and maintain test systems supporting preproduction testing. You will collaborate closely with hardware and software teams to ensure efficient testing and debugging of complex high-speed serial links and power supplies. The ideal candidate has strong scripting skills in Python or LabView, experience with Ethernet and PCIe interfaces, and excellent teamwork abilities. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.
Graphcore is one of the world’s leading innovators in Artificial Intelligence compute.
It develops hardware, software, and systems infrastructure to enable the next generation of AI breakthroughs and facilitate the widespread adoption of AI solutions across industries.
As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is a member of an elite group of companies responsible for transformative technologies. Their shared vision is to enable Artificial Super Intelligence and make its benefits accessible to everyone.
Graphcore’s teams are diverse, comprising AI research specialists, silicon designers, software engineers, and systems architects. The company fosters a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
We are seeking a Test Development Engineer to join our team. You will collaborate closely with hardware and software development teams to develop and maintain test systems supporting preproduction testing. Reporting to the Hardware Test Team Lead, you will be embedded within the Hardware team. We value collaborative and proactive work, ownership of tasks, and developing test solutions that meet requirements. Academic qualifications or specific experience are less important than the right characteristics and team fit.
The role involves working with other teams within Graphcore and external support engineers to ensure effective communication and contribute to the Hardware Team’s success.
The Hardware Test Team is part of the larger Hardware team, which includes Signal Integrity, Mechanical, Layout, Package, and Hardware Engineers. This team is responsible for delivering state-of-the-art accelerators for machine learning, collaborating with Silicon, Firmware, and Production teams during product development.
The successful candidate will define test methods, specify test equipment, and automate test systems. Responsibilities include testing, debugging, and characterizing high-speed serial links, power supplies capable of high current and fast transients, and debugging slower protocols like JTAG, I2C, and I3C, as well as low-level PCBA debugging.
Understanding Graphcore hardware and software in a test environment is essential. You should be familiar with industry performance test standards, data analysis, and presentation systems. Your contributions will span multiple areas, including:
We offer a competitive salary, flexible working, generous leave, private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental plan, pension (up to 5%), life assurance, income protection, parental leave, and support programs. Our Bristol office provides healthy food options and a barista bar. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and support flexible interview arrangements.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support at this time.