What's the Work-Life Balance Like at Graphcore?

Updated on August 31, 2026

Graphcore Employee Reviews

I wake up early, gulp my coffee, get my son ready, and off to the nursery. I work in a hybrid setting, so some days I work from home and some from the office. I focus best in the mornings and evenings and these slots are usually my “deep work” or productivity time. After work it's family time. I am fortunate enough to work flexible hours so I can adapt work to my preferences – for example, finish early and do some deep work in the evening instead.

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Monika, Software Team Leader
Monika, Software Team Leader

What People Are Saying About Graphcore

  • Flexible Scheduling: Policies describe trust-based flexibility with autonomy over start and finish times, allowing adjustments for appointments, childcare, and preferred deep‑work windows. This setup helps people shape their day while remaining accountable for delivery.
  • Remote or Hybrid Flexibility: A hybrid model—typically three days in the office and two remote—is encouraged where feasible across hubs and roles. This structure supports balance by mixing collaboration time on‑site with focused work from home.
  • Time Off Access: The company offers “unlimited” annual leave and provides wellbeing resources to support rest and recovery. These benefits make it easier to take time away when coordinated with managers.

Graphcore's Benefits

Offers generous PTO

Provides bereavement leave

Provides paid holidays

Provides paid sick days

Utilizes an Unlimited PTO policy

Has employee-led culture committees

Offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Offers Employee Resource Groups

Offers wellness programs

Offers a remote work program

We encourage office-based colleagues to work in the office three days a week, with the option to work remotely two days. Time together helps us collaborate, share knowledge, and network.

Provides work from home flexibility

Utilizes a flexible work schedule

We understand sometimes you may need to work remotely or flex your hours for personal needs, such as medical appointments or childcare. We trust you to act responsibly, be transparent, and deliver.

Utilizes a hybrid work model