Subject to alignment to the responsibilities and duties of the role
About GraphcoreAt 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 SummaryReporting to the Firmware Manager, the Staff BMC Engineer is responsible for supporting the design and delivery of the Baseboard Management Controller and the Rack Management Controller software stack for the next generation of AI server class systems. They will work in close conjunction with our partners, hardware vendors and our customers to help build best-in-class systems for large scale data-centre environments.
The TeamThis is an exciting opportunity to join a new and expanding team at Graphcore. We will be developing a complete software stack based on OpenBMC for both our Baseboard Management Controller and Rack Management Controller hardware platforms. This shall include writing and maintaining low level drivers in the OpenBMC kernel for ASPEED devices, enhancing WebBMC user interfaces, and expanding Redfish API capabilities.
Responsibilities and DutiesDesign and Implementation of an OpenBMC solution for a server-class based platform for Artificial Intelligence
Support development of an OpenRMC solution for rack management
Collaborate with all colleagues within the BMC, firmware and hardware engineering teams
Engage with business partners, stakeholders and customers on requirements and designs
Actively engage in and support Agile ways of working within the team
Debug issues, resolve bugs and generally improve the quality and functionality of the product
Mentor colleagues within the team, sharing knowledge and providing guidance where appropriate
Support the team leader and technical leader when asked
Driven to work on BMC and RMC Firmware development for x86 or ARM Platforms
Excellent programming and scripting skills using at least two of C, C++, Rust, Python
Worked with OpenBMC either at the low-level device driver stack or in the upper-level WebBMC and IPMI/Redfish protocol interface.
Possess excellent written and oral communication skills, good work ethics, high sense of team-work
Love to produce quality work and commitment to finish your tasks every single day
You are a self-starter who loves to find creative solutions to challenging problems
Familiarity with Yocto or equivalent linux based project
Experience delivering firmware for ASPEED BMC processors or equivalent
Demonstrate an understanding of low-level hardware interfaces and APIs
Awareness of DMTF Redfish
Working knowledge of Data-centre Security Control Modules (DC-SCM)
In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers annual leave policy, medical and dental health plans, a gym card, and employee pension (matched up to 4%). We review our benefits on a yearly basis to ensure we offer a valuable and rewarding benefits programme to our employees. 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.
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Healthcare Strength — U.S. offerings include day-one medical through Cigna/Kaiser with PPO and HDHP options plus employer HSA contributions, dental/vision, life insurance at 3x salary, disability, and mental-health support via Spring Health. Globally, private medical insurance, dental cover, a health cash plan, life assurance, income protection, and wellbeing support are highlighted.
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Retirement Support — U.S. employees are offered a 401(k) with a 100% company match up to 6% with a year-end true-up. In the UK/Europe, matched pension schemes up to 5% are stated.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Policies include flexible or “unlimited” PTO with 11 paid U.S. holidays and paid family leave. Careers materials also emphasize generous parental leave and flexible hours.
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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.
Why Work With Us
Our team is at the forefront of the machine intelligence revolution, enabling innovators from all industries to build AI-native products to expand human potential. What we do at Graphcore really makes a difference.
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