Graphcore
Silicon Verification Engineer
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Silicon Verification Engineer
Silicon Verification Engineer
About the Role
Own verification that transforms complex silicon architecture into reliable AI compute hardware.
As a Silicon Verification Engineer, you will:
- Ensure Graphcore RTL adheres to the architecture specification
- Protect silicon quality before designs advance to physical implementation
Your work spans the critical junction of architecture, design, and verification, allowing you to directly influence issue resolution—reducing costly problems early.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and execute verification processes
- Define functional coverage and verification metrics
- Develop tests to diagnose failures and drive closure
- Enhance shared verification infrastructure for faster debugging
This role is intellectually demanding but directly impactful, helping establish the discipline, scale, and cadence needed for ambitious AI compute programs.
The Team & Culture
The verification team collaborates closely with Architecture, Logical Design, and Physical Design, driven by structured collaboration:
- Clear project planning, coverage goals, test outcomes, and technical feedback
- Ownership mindset with emphasis on evidence-based decision-making
- Open communication across sites—values early problem-solving
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What We’re Looking For
Core Experience
- Verification expertise in CPU, ASIC, or related silicon domains
- UVM/SVA (Verilog/SystemVerilog) to drive test automation
- Assembly language, compilers, Git or DRM (Design Rule Management) tools
- Debugging skillset spanning RTL, hardware software, and verification layers
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in SystemVerilog for constrained-random test generation
- Python scripting for verification automation
Benefits
Work-Life Balance
- Flexible working: Adaptable hours to integrate with personal life
- Generous leave: Includes rest and self-care time
Financial & Wellbeing Support
- Pension contribution: Up to 5% matched retirement savings
- Phantom equity: Potential shareholdings aligned with Graphcore’s success
- Protective policies: Income protection and life assurance
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Office & Lifestyle Perks
- Purpose-built offices: Spaces designed for collaboration (with free food!)
- On-site amenities: Barista services included
Flexible Benefits
- Add-ons like private medical insurance, dental cover, cycle-to-work schemes
- Yearly Giving (give as you earn)
About Graphcore
Graphcore pioneers AI compute hardware, accelerating breakthroughs through bespoke hardware, software, and system platforms. As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore sits within a leading tech ecosystem committed to upper-limit AI—ensuring scalable, innovative AI benefits reach every industry.
The team is diverse: AI researchers, silicon engineers, and architects. Together, we tackle the hardest challenges in AI with precision and originality.
Ready to shape AI’s future through verification? Apply now.
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