About Graphcore

How often do you get the chance to build a technology that transforms the future of humanity?

Graphcore products have set the standard in made-for-AI compute hardware and software, gaining global attention and industry acclaim. Now we are developing the next generation of artificial intelligence compute with systems that will allow AI researchers to develop more advanced models, help scientists unlock exciting new discoveries, and power companies around the world as they put AI at the heart of their business.

Graphcore recently joined SoftBank Group – bringing large and ongoing investment from one of the world’s leading backers of innovative AI companies.

Job Summary

As a Technical Programme Manager, you will play a key role in bridging the technical and management domains, driving the development and execution of critical programs throughout the product lifecycle, including design and development activities from product definition and planning through production, release and end of life. You will collaborate with development managers, engineers, and multi-functional teams across systems, software, operations, and product to ensure the flawless delivery of our projects.

The Team

Our team is at the forefront of innovation in AI systems, contributing to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Work with cross-functional teams to develop and introduce products on schedule based on product specifications.
• Manage the execution of engineering solutions, which could include Architecture, Silicon, Hardware, Mechanical, Power, FW, System SW, Higher level SW stack, Test, Diagnostics.
• Ensure the manufacturability, reliability, and serviceability of designs.
• Lead weekly program core team meetings with cross-functional teams to communicate updates, track progress, and ensure that the program is on track to meet upcoming milestones.
• Maintain documentation throughout the development cycle and disseminate project information to stakeholders, customers and partners.
• Publish appropriate metrics such as KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), as required by the program.
• Own product development plan which includes product scope, features, technical assessments, risk management, resource management and schedule management independently.
• Manage development activities and drive product delivery on time.
• Manage product issues closure in a timely manner by driving internal functional teams and external partners.
• Lead process improvement initiatives in addition to managing day to day project execution.
• Understand individual functional area challenges, deliverables and project critical path.

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• BSc or higher in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or other relevant Applied Science/Engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years in a technical program management role, ideally within multi-functional teams.
• Experience as an exceptional individual with a mixture of technical, project management and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a global working environment, global companies and partners.

Desirable

• Understanding of AI System-level platforms and how each component interacts with the system.
• A detailed understanding of datacentre and/or consumer electronics design, including critical interfaces.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers flexible working, a generous annual leave policy, private medical insurance and health cash plan, a dental plan, pension (matched up to 5%), life assurance and income protection. We have a generous parental leave policy and an employee assistance programme (which includes health, mental wellbeing, and bereavement support). We offer a range of healthy food and snacks at our central Bristol office and have our own barista bar! 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