
Graphcore · Bristol
About Graphcore At Graphcore, we’re building the future of AI compute.We’re a team of semiconductor, software and AI experts, with deep experience in creating ...
About Graphcore
At Graphcore, we’re building the future of AI compute.We’re a team of semiconductor, software and AI experts, with deep experience
in creating the complete AI compute stack - from silicon and software to infrastructure at datacenter scale.As part of the
SoftBank Group, backed by significant long-term investment, we are delivering key technology into the fast-growing SoftBank AI
ecosystem.To meet the vast and exciting AI opportunity, Graphcore is expanding its teams around the world.We are bringing together
the brightest minds to solve the toughest problems, in a place where everyone has the opportunity to make an impact on the
company, our products and the future of artificial intelligence.
Job Summary
Our team is at the forefront of the artificial intelligence revolution, enabling innovators from all industries and sectors to
expand human potential with technology. The availability of specialised artificial intelligence compute will be a decisive factor
in AI’s rate of progress. Graphcore allows innovators to go further, faster. What we do really makes a difference. Reporting to
the Director of Silicon Architecture, the SoC Architects are responsible for the design, specification, modelling and
integration of sub-systems within complex, high performance and highly integrated silicon devices at the forefront of AI
acceleration technology.
The role involves close collaboration with other groups, including architecture, silicon design, verification, hardware and
software teams.
The Team
The Silicon Architecture Team sits within the COO group. The SoC architects are responsible for the architectural
specification, integration, modelling, validation and evaluation of numerous critical sub-systems, including high-speed
interfaces for our upcoming AI acceleration platforms.
Responsibilities and Duties
and options for implementation correctness
Candidate Profile
Desirable
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, annual leave policy, medical and dental health plans, a gym card and employee pension
(matched up to 4%). We review our benefits on a yearly basis to ensure we offer a valuable and rewarding benefits programme to our
employees. 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.
Graphcore Senior Principal AI SoC Validation (Bring-up lead) Graphcore is a globally recognised leader in Artificial Intelligence computing systems. The company designs advanced semiconductors and data centre hardware that provide the specialised processing power needed to drive AI innovation, while delivering the efficiency required to support its broader adoption. 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. We are opening a new AI Engineering Campus in Bengaluru which will play a central role in Graphcore's work building the future of AI computing. We are developing the next generation of AI compute, a large-scale system-on-chip (SoC) designed to power future high-performance AI systems. As the SoC Validation Lead, you will be responsible for enabling pre-production software to run reliably on new silicon quickly and efficiently, before showing that the silicon meets the highest standards of quality, reliability and functionality, ready for production deployment. You will lead a team delivering post-silicon validation across the full AI SoC, working across silicon, firmware, and platform levels. The role requires a deep technical understanding, strong hands-on debug experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively with hardware, software, and systems engineering teams. Key responsibilities * Define and lead post-silicon validation strategy Develop and refine the overall post-silicon validation approach for our AI SoCs, ensuring reliable and timely delivery of validated silicon, architectural correctness, feature robustness, and at-scale system reliability. * Drive cross-domain debug and issue resolution Lead investigation and resolution of complex issues spanning silicon, firmware, operating systems, and platform interactions. Ensure that fixes are effective and sustainable. * Promote collaboration and shared understanding Work closely with design, software, and validation teams to align on quality objectives and debug priorities. Use data-driven insights and clear communication to maintain focus and alignment across teams. * Advance automation and scalable validation Encourage the use of emulation, prototyping, and large-scale validation infrastructure to improve coverage and reduce time to debug. * Support continuous improvement Foster a culture that values learning, transparency, and improvement in validation methods, automation, and analysis. * Engage with leadership and customers Provide clear and concise updates on validation progress, risks, and quality indicators to executive teams and key partners. Contribute to product readiness assessments and roadmap decisions. About you * A systems thinker comfortable working across hardware, software, and integration boundaries. * A collaborative leader who builds trust and alignment across diverse teams. * Skilled in technical problem solving and debugging complex post-silicon issues. * A clear communicator who can simplify complexity and support sound decision-making in fast-paced environments. * Committed to developing people and promoting an inclusive, high-performing team culture. Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent; Master’s preferred. * 15 - 20 years in silicon, system, or platform validation, including 5-10 years in technical leadership. * Proven experience leading post-silicon validation and bring-up for complex SoCs (AI, GPU, or CPU). * Strong understanding of SoC architecture, coherency protocols, power management, and interconnects. * Expertise in debug tools, DFT infrastructure, and validation automation frameworks. * Proficient in C/C++, Python, and Linux-based environments; experience with large-scale validation clusters is an advantage. * Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Why Join Us This is an opportunity to play a central role in developing an advanced AI compute platform that pushes the boundaries of performance and efficiency. You will be part of a highly skilled and motivated team, working on technology that will have a significant impact across future AI systems.
Join our team as an ASIC SoC System Architect! Are you passionate about advanced ASIC development and eager to work at the forefront of technology? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter? We are looking for candidates to expand our dynamic ASIC SoC System Architect team in Lund to help shape the future of our ARTPEC SoC chips. Learn more; https://newsroom.axis.com/article/artpec-foundation-quality Your future team The ASIC System team is at the heart of developing the next generations of ARTPEC SoC chips. We are responsible for the SoC architecture and the ASIC implementation phase, playing a crucial role in both ongoing projects and future innovations. Our team consists of Project Managers, ASIC SoC System Architects and Back-End Engineers. We work closely with our ASIC vendor, internal RTL design and verification teams, and key stakeholders to ensure our SoC designs meet the highest standards. We are a highly skilled and motivated team with a mix of junior and senior members. Our strength lies in our individual expertise and our collaborative, open working environment. The team designs and implements the SoCs used in Axis products including security features that give our products a high level of trust in IoT ecosystems and enables interoperability with major IoT security standards. For this we are now looking for candidates that want to take the step to become ASIC SoC System Architects to strengthen our team. What you will do as an ASIC SoC System Architect As an ASIC SoC System architect, you will play a pivotal role throughout the ASIC project lifecycle. You will specify system-level requirements, define architecture, evaluate and select third-party IPs, and support RTL design and verification teams. You will also cooperate with our ASIC vendor during the implementation phase and work closely with internal hardware and software teams. In this role you will be involved in and/or drive activities within competence areas such as: SoC Architecture Low-power architecture Package and PI/SI External interfaces Interconnect Use-Cases and overall system design. Security Performance CPU Memory systems Qualification Prototype testing Requirements IP evaluations Thermal Technology evaluations Etc. Who are you? We are seeking highly motivated engineers with a background within ASIC development such as: ASIC Design ASIC Verification ASIC Backend ASIC System Architecture Most importantly, you want to grow within the field ASIC System Architecture. We welcome both junior and senior engineers who bring qualities such as: Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, physics, mathematics or similar 5+ years of ASIC Development experience Genuine interest in some of the competence areas above Self-driving and with leadership capabilities Documentation skills Presentation and communication skills in English As a person, we believe you are dedicated, analytical, systematic, and enjoy sharing your knowledge and ideas with the team. Teamwork is crucial at Axis, so it's important that you contribute to a positive team spirit and a creative work environment. You are person with a strong personal drive and an ability to work both unsupervised and as a part of a team. You can create and maintain the needed network for your task, and you can also manage technical leadership. What Axis Has to Offer We are a world leader in network video, where cutting-edge technology meets global impact. Here, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of security and surveillance - developing solutions used worldwide. As a fast-growing company, we offer exciting career opportunities. You'll grow professionally through continuous learning, supported by a collaborative team that values creativity, innovation, and work-life balance. Our Lund HQ Campus, including the impressive Grenden building, offers a dynamic environment with spaces crafted to encourage collaboration, whether through informal "fika" chats, formal meetings, or after-hours activities. Check it out: Axis HQ Your well-being matters to us. We offer a range of benefits, including a company bonus, Friday cake, wellness allowance, health insurance - and even your own Axis bicycle. To learn more about Axis, our innovative products, solutions, and vibrant company culture, explore: Life at Axis blog Engineering at Axis blog Innovation at Axis Ready to Act? Do you want to join us? Apply today! Contact our recruiting ASIC Systems Manager Tomas Larsson on phone +46 46 272 1500 if you want more information. Vacation is important! At Axis we value work-life balance and that means that during summer many of us are on a well-deserved vacation. During this period of time, you can expect some delay in our response, but we will get back to you as soon as possible.
JOIN US AS A (SENIOR) SYSTEMS ARCHITECT (ECU) - AUTONOMOUS DRIVING (ALL GENDERS) IN OUR AD PRODUCT STRATEGY TEAM AND HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF AUTONOMOUS MOBILITY! AD Strategy defines the target picture and roadmap for our self‑driving system powering mobility‑as‑a‑service. We connect deep tech with business outcomes—aligning sensors, compute, AI, safety, and partners—so we can scale safe, reliable, and cost‑effective autonomous operations. In this senior role, you will run technology scouting, vendor collaboration, and lead the definition and early development of our next‑gen AD ECU and drive C‑level decision materials. You will partner closely with AD Software/Hardware, Safety, Simulation/Validation, Procurement, and external vendors. WHAT YOU WILL DO * Acting as the OEM E/E technical owner for the SDS Central Compute hardware and primary technical interface between MOIA and international Tier-1 suppliers * Own the transition of the AD ECU from early development to series‑intent readiness, including alignment with industrialization, sourcing, lifecycle, and cost targets. * Definition of MOIAs test requirements, verification depth, and acceptance criteria for DV/PV, as well as technical oversight of all supplier DV/PV test activities and validation planning * Review and approval of supplier test concepts, test plans, and test reports, including the verification of test coverage, traceability, and alignment with MOIA/VW safety, quality, and homologation requirements * Creation and refinement of requirements, specifications, verification documentation, and audit readiness * Participation in design reviews, FMEAs, risk analyses, and milestone/gate reviews. * Produce executive‑ready presentations and architecture documents; facilitate cross‑functional decisions and sign‑offs. * Develop the multi‑year roadmap, dependencies, stage‑gates, risk register, and partner collaboration models. WHAT WILL HELP YOU TO FULFILL YOUR ROLE * Strong expertise in electronic design and architecture assessment of high‑performance automotive compute platforms (AD/ADAS ECUs, domain controllers) * Ability to evaluate and challenge supplier hardware concepts, including SoC architecture, power supply concepts, high‑speed interfaces, EMI/EMC, and thermal design * Deep knowledge of functional safety (ISO 26262) and its implications for hardware development and verification * A university degree in electronics, engineering, or a similar field, and profound experience in the automotive industry * High degree of ownership, independence, and proactive working style * Strong communication skills in both German and English, including the ability to clearly articulate complex technical topics in written and spoken form * High level of teamwork and collaboration, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional and intercultural environments * Confident stakeholder communication, able to guide, challenge, and align internal teams and international suppliers * Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented mindset, especially when handling complex hardware and validation topics We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds — even if you don’t meet every requirement. If you’re excited about the role and MOIA’s mission, we’d love to hear from you! OUR BENEFITS IN A NUTSHELL * Competitive salary (including bonus) * Hybrid work setup: Work from home or one of our offices - you and your team decide how often to meet, blending flexibility with collaboration! * Flexible working hours and the possibility of flexible work arrangements depending on your needs (parenting, care work, volunteering, etc.) * Budget and monthly expense allowance for home office setup * Possibility of remote work from outside Germany for up to 6 weeks per year from over 35 countries - learn more in our blog! * Public transport ticket (fully subsidized "Deutschlandticket") for commuting and travelling throughout Germany and discount on MOIA rides * Subsidized fitness club membership or bike leasing * Learning environment with continuous learning days, job rotation, trainings and workshops, coaching, conferences, books, and language classes * Mental health support, 1:1 sessions with external professionals and mental unload workshops * 30 vacation days, sabbatical and unpaid leave option * Relocation support with service provider (visa, administration, etc.) * Dog-friendly offices For student & internship positions, we have an adjusted set of benefits. You can find them here. BE WHO YOU ARE! We are a member of Charta der Vielfalt and are dedicated to actively fostering a workplace that celebrates and promotes diversity in various aspects such as age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or cognitive ability, and ethnicity. At MOIA, we embrace a culture where people are accepted, respected, valued, appreciated, and included. In our commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity, we regularly provide unconscious bias training to all our employees. Furthermore, we continuously strive to enhance our hiring process by ensuring a diverse hiring panel. HOW WE WORK At MOIA, our teams are typically distributed across our office locations and collaborate in a hybrid setup. We work together both remotely and on site, choosing the mode of collaboration that fits the context, the work at hand, and each team’s rhythm. Spending time together in our offices is an important part of how we stay connected, build trust, and solve complex problems. At the same time, we value flexibility and give teams and individuals autonomy to shape their ways of working, with everyone having the freedom to organise their routines in a way that aligns with their work and their team’s needs. If you’d like to learn more about how we work, visit our blog for insights into our culture and hiring process, or follow us on Instagram for a look behind the scenes at MOIA. WHO WE ARE At MOIA we’re reimagining the future of mobility – safe, autonomous and tailored to the needs of cities and their people. As a tech company with more than 400 employees, we build mobility solutions that truly move cities forward. We launched our ridepooling service in Hamburg in 2019 and have been part of the city’s public transport system since 2023. Since launch, we have transported over 12 million passengers. Currently, MOIA is evolving from a mobility provider to a tech provider offering a scalable and safe turnkey solution for autonomous driving. With office locations in Berlin and Hamburg, our diverse and international team comprising more than 60 nationalities works together toward that shared mission. MOIA is more than a technology provider – we are a partner to cities and public transport operators committed to creating more livable spaces and delivering mobility solutions that are reliable, safe and comfortable. YOUR APPLICATION TO MOIA We value authenticity and personal insights in your application responses. While AI tools can be useful, we encourage you to answer the following questions based on your own experiences and understanding. This helps us keep a human touch and better evaluate your unique perspective and match for the role. To reinforce an unbiased screening process, we kindly ask you not to include your picture, age, address, or any other details unrelated to your qualifications and suitability for the role. Additionally, we anonymize applications during the initial review phase by removing personally identifiable information. This ensures that our evaluation focuses solely on your skills, experience, and potential – supporting a fair and inclusive hiring experience for all candidates.