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Graphcore Limited

Silicon Verification Engineer

Bristol, UK; Cambridge, UK Posted 6 days ago

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*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" data-turn-id="request-WEB:0fbc0e63-7a29-4549-b136-67f3c3174a55-0" data-turn-id-container="request-WEB:0fbc0e63-7a29-4549-b136-67f3c3174a55-0" data-testid="conversation-turn-2" data-turn="assistant"> About the job Own verification that turns complex silicon architecture into reliable AI compute hardware. As a Silicon Verification Engineer, you will help ensure Graphcore RTL matches the architecture specification. Your work will protect silicon quality before designs move into physical implementation. You will sit where architecture, logical design and verification meet. You will directly influence how issues are found, understood and resolved before they become costly. You will plan verification, define coverage, generate tests and diagnose failures. You will also improve shared infrastructure that helps engineers move faster and identify problems earlier. The work is technically deep, with clear impact on our silicon. You will help build the discipline, pace and quality needed for ambitious AI compute programs at scale. The team and culture The verification team works closely with Architecture, Logical Design and Physical Design. Clear plans, coverage goals, test results and direct technical feedback shape the work. You will take ownership, follow evidence and keep communication open across sites. The team values people who speak up early and make complex problems easier to solve. Decisions are driven by technical reasoning, shared data and practical trade-offs. You will have room to lead through your expertise, not just your title. What we're looking for • Verification experience in CPU, ASIC or closely related silicon environments • Experience with UVM, SVA, assembly, compilers, Git or DRMS tools • Ability to plan verification work and drive functional coverage to closure • Strong debugging skills across RTL, software and shared verification infrastructure • Confident in SystemVerilog and Python While we have outlined a set of requirements, we value transferable skills and diverse experiences. We also welcome engineers returning to the profession after a career break, including through returnship routes. Benefits · Flexible working: Balance your work and personal life with greater flexibility · Generous leave: Take time to rest, recharge and enjoy life outside of work · Retirement planning support: Up to 5% matched pension · Phantom equity: Share in Graphcore’s success · Workplace experience: Enjoy thoughtfully designed office spaces for collaboration, with free food and an on-site barista to support your day · Peace of mind protection: Income protection and life assurance to provide financial security for you and your loved ones · Electric Vehicle Scheme: Choose an electric vehicle and lease it through salary sacrifice · Flexible benefits: Tailor your benefits package with a choice of additional options, including private medical insurance and dental cover · Optional benefits: Dental cover, health cash plan, private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, give as you earn We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work. We’re an equal opportunity employer and recognise that everyone brings different strengths and perspectives. If you need any adjustments during the interview process, just let us know - we’re happy to support you. Join the Team at Graphcore Graphcore is one of the world’s leading innovators in Artificial Intelligence compute. It is developing hardware, software and systems infrastructure

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