Director of Characterisation
Core
Lead the team that validates Graphcore's AI silicon and system platforms for reliability and consistent performance in real-world conditions.
Role type
Director of Characterisation (Hands-on leadership)
Builds
Characterisation strategies, lab infrastructure, and automated test workflows for next-gen AI silicon and SoC platforms.
Domain
Semiconductor hardware / AI compute platforms
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Silicon digital device design, bring-up and characterisation, SoC architectures, high-speed digital interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, DDR), measurement automation, data analysis, scripting/coding, ATE systems
Preferred skills
PCBA and system level technologies, Project management
Technologies
ATE systems, PCIe, Ethernet, DDR
Responsibilities
Define bring-up and characterisation strategies, lead technical execution, shape lab infrastructure, collaborate with silicon/hardware/product teams, develop automated test workflows
Seniority
Director, hands-on leadership