Electronics Laboratory Lead (UK)

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 Engineering Labs are where new silicon, systems, and platforms are brought to life, tested, and scaled. We’re looking for an experienced Engineering Lab Infrastructure Lead to help us build and operate the technical foundations that support this work. You will lead the Engineering Lab Support function, ensuring our labs, infrastructure, and services remain reliable, scalable, and effective for the engineers developing Graphcore’s next generation technologies. Initially, this is a highly hands-on role. You’ll work directly with engineering teams, supporting lab environments, managing infrastructure, automating workflows, and solving complex technical problems. As the function grows, you’ll help build and lead a small team while defining the processes, standards, and service model that will support the organisation long term. You’ll work closely with silicon, hardware, systems, and software engineering teams, making a direct impact on the speed and effectiveness of product development. THE TEAM You’ll be joining a multidisciplinary team with strong technical skills and a very encouraging culture. We work closely together and regularly share knowledge, and your skills will make a direct impact on our business. It’s an exciting and pivotal moment for us right now, with plenty of new projects ahead. If you're looking to solve interesting problems and see your work deliver real-world results, this is the team for you.  RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES * Leading the development of Engineering Lab infrastructure and support services * Acting as the technical escalation point for complex infrastructure and lab issues * Managing Linux-based servers and engineering environments * Supporting hardware bring-up, validation, and testing activities * Designing and improving operational processes, tooling, and automation * Maintaining and improving network, storage, and compute infrastructure within engineering labs * Managing infrastructure through configuration management and Infrastructure-as-Code practices * Building strong relationships with engineering teams and understanding their evolving requirements * Developing knowledge bases, documentation, and operational standards * Recruiting, mentoring, and leading a small team of Lab Infrastructure Engineers as the function grows ESSENTIAL * Strong Linux systems administration experience across Debian and/or Red Hat environments * Experience supporting engineering, research, laboratory, HPC, or data-centre environments * Solid networking knowledge including routing, VLANs, VPNs, and troubleshooting complex connectivity issues * Experience managing physical infrastructure including servers, rack-mounted equipment, BMCs, firmware, and out-of-band management * Experience with configuration management and automation tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or similar * Familiarity with authentication and access-management systems such as LDAP, RADIUS, or Active Directory integrations * Strong troubleshooting skills with a structured and methodical approach to problem solving * Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset DESIRABLE * Container technologies such as Docker, containerd, or Kubernetes * Monitoring and observability platforms such as Prometheus, Grafana, Zabbix, OpenTelemetry, or similar * Python scripting and automation * CI/CD tooling including GitLab or GitHub Actions * Experience supporting hardware development, silicon validation, embedded systems, or electronics laboratories * Performance analysis and troubleshooting across compute, storage, and network infrastructure * Web infrastructure technologies including NGINX, HAProxy, or load balancing platforms 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.

ABOUT US 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 enjoys a culture of continuous learning and constant innovation.   JOB SUMMARY As an Electronics Laboratory Technician, you will support the day-to-day operation of Graphcore’s Bristol laboratories, helping to ensure that facilities, equipment, tools and processes are ready to support engineering activity. Working as part of the Laboratory team, you will help maintain a safe, organised and reliable electronics lab environment, supporting cross-functional teams with equipment setup, preventative maintenance, asset control, ESD checks and technical documentation.   THE TEAM The Laboratory team supports the installation, maintenance, repair and modification of electronic systems, cables and equipment within Graphcore’s laboratories. The team works closely with engineering groups to help set up test benches, troubleshoot routine lab issues and ensure that equipment is safe, available and operating reliably. The team also maintains technical documentation, manages tools, assets and test equipment, and contributes to efficient, high-quality laboratory operations.   RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES · Support the installation, setup and calibration of electronic test equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analysers, power supplies and related laboratory equipment. · Carry out preventative maintenance activities to help keep laboratory equipment available, safe and reliable. · Maintain a clean, organised and safe laboratory environment in line with health and safety requirements. · Check and maintain ESD countermeasures, escalating issues where corrective action is required. · Support asset management activities, including tracking tools, equipment and laboratory assets. · Manage goods in/out processes for laboratory equipment, components and related materials. · Support engineering teams with test bench setup, equipment configuration and technical readiness for hardware bring-up, validation and characterisation activities. · Help create and maintain standard operating procedures, work instructions and technical guidance for laboratory users. · Provide practical support to laboratory users, including guidance on safe equipment use and routine lab processes. · Support engineering teams with board, cable and wire modifications, following agreed procedures and quality expectations. · Maintain accurate records for equipment, maintenance activity, assets and laboratory processes. · Identify routine laboratory issues and work with colleagues to resolve or escalate them promptly.   CANDIDATE PROFILE ESSENTIAL: · Experience working in an electronics laboratory or similar technical environment. · Strong practical understanding of electronic test equipment, including setup, calibration and basic troubleshooting. · Awareness of ESD controls and safe working practices in an electronics lab environment. · Ability to follow technical procedures accurately and maintain clear records. · Practical experience supporting equipment maintenance, lab organisation or asset tracking. · Good attention to detail, with a focus on quality, safety and reliability. · Clear communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with engineering and operations teams. · A proactive and organised approach to managing tasks and supporting laboratory users. DESIRABLE · Experience supporting hardware bring-up, validation or characterisation activities. · Experience with soldering, rework, cable assembly or board-level modifications. · Familiarity with calibration processes, asset management systems or goods in/out processes. · Relevant technical qualification in electronics, electrical engineering or a related discipline. · Experience working in a semiconductor, electronics, computing hardware or high-technology R&D environment. · Familiarity with laboratory quality processes, equipment documentation or standard operating procedures. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------