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Principal Software Architect

GraphcoreBristol, UK; Cambridge, UK
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

To excel in this role, you should have: Extensive experience in software architecture and design, particularly in high-performance computing or AI. Strong understanding of hardware-software interaction in complex systems. Proven experience in leading architectural decisions and guiding teams through implementation. Exceptional communication skills to convey complex architectural concepts clearly. A proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate challenges and propose effective solutions.

About the job

About Graphcore

Graphcore is at the forefront of innovation in Artificial Intelligence computing, committed to developing cutting-edge hardware, software, and systems infrastructure that will catalyze the next wave of AI advancements and facilitate the widespread adoption of AI across various industries.

As a proud member of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is part of a distinguished family of companies that are shaping some of the most transformative technologies in the world. Together, we share an ambitious vision: to enable Artificial Super Intelligence while ensuring its benefits are available to all.

Our teams comprise individuals from a multitude of backgrounds, fostering a rich environment of diverse skills and perspectives. The Graphcore culture emphasizes continuous learning and relentless innovation, supported by AI research specialists, silicon designers, software engineers, and systems architects.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Principal Software Architect to define and implement the architectural vision of the software stack for the Graphcore ML accelerator. In this pivotal role, you will shape our software ecosystem's architecture, maintaining a profound understanding of the product's hardware and software components, their interfaces, and their interactions.

As an exceptional communicator, you will proactively articulate the software architecture and its implications. Your pragmatic approach to decision-making will take into account the critical trade-offs associated with architectural choices and their impact on product direction and engineering outcomes.

The Team

The software architecture team is tasked with defining, maintaining, and communicating the overarching architecture of our software stack, spanning from firmware to ML frameworks. Collaborating closely with engineering teams, we ensure alignment with this architectural vision.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Define and document the software architecture of the stack.
  • Collaborate across diverse software domains to ensure a cohesive end-to-end architecture.
  • Effectively communicate the software architecture to engineering teams.
  • Ensure teams grasp key architectural components, interfaces, and guiding principles.
  • Continuously evolve the software architecture as the product develops, proactively communicating changes to all relevant stakeholders.
  • Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in software architecture.

About Graphcore

Graphcore is a pioneering company in the field of Artificial Intelligence compute, dedicated to creating innovative hardware, software, and systems that facilitate the next generation of AI breakthroughs. As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is involved in transformative technologies and aims to make AI solutions accessible across all industries.

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