Staff Engineer - AI Compute Blade and Rack Validation

Graphcore•Austin, TX

About The Position

We are seeking a senior validation lead engineer to lead at-scale rack validation efforts for next-generation AI hyperscale systems. This role focuses on post-silicon system validation across the full lifecycle, ensuring functional, electrical, and thermal performance meets product objectives. You will own end-to-end blade and rack validation including planning, development, execution, and debug while collaborating across firmware, systems, and hardware teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
Proven track record in system, rack, or embedded validation with leadership experience.
Strong experience in large-scale hardware validation environments.
Expertise in CPU/GPU, memory, IO, and firmware validation.
Experience with Linux/server OS and automation using Python/Bash.
Knowledge of IPMI, Redfish, PLDM.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and hardware interfaces.

Nice To Haves

Experience in hyperscale environments.
Familiarity with OpenBMC and processes for verifying firmware functionality.
Knowledge of firmware security and HIL testing.
Experience with test management tools.

Responsibilities

Lead post-silicon validation of AI compute blades and racks including test planning, development, and automation.
Drive provisioning and integration of system components (SoC FW, BMC, RMC, OS) for rack-level readiness.
Own execution against program achievements and report validation progress and risks.
Triage test failures, collect debug data, and collaborate on root cause analysis.
Track validation coverage and continuously improve test processes and infrastructure.
Collaborate with ODM/JDM partners on validation and quality.
Mentor engineers and drive engineering excellence.

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