About Graphcore

How often do you get the chance to build a technology that transforms the future of humanity?

Graphcore products have set the standard in made-for-AI compute hardware and software, gaining global attention and industry acclaim. Now we are developing the next generation of artificial intelligence compute with systems that will allow AI researchers to develop more advanced models, help scientists unlock exciting new discoveries, and power companies around the world as they put AI at the heart of their business.

Graphcore recently joined SoftBank Group – bringing large and ongoing investment from one of the world’s leading backers of innovative AI companies.

Job Summary

Our team is at the forefront of the artificial intelligence revolution, enabling innovators from all industries and sectors to expand human potential with technology. The availability of specialised artificial intelligence compute will be a decisive factor in AI’s rate of progress. Graphcore allows innovators to go further, faster. What we do, really makes a difference.

As a Technical Program Manager within Operations, you will be responsible for owning the operations plan. You will be primarily focussed on back end system delivery, targeting PCB, PCBA, mechanical and thermal systems, You will be working within Manufacturing Operations (including Manufacturing technology, Quality, Supply Chain Management and Test) and Design Engineering teams to support NPI projects into production. You will maintain visibility of the Graphcore Product Roadmap to identify upcoming technical challenges that will face Manufacturing Operations.

The Team

The role will be as part of the Manufacturing and Technology Process team at Graphcore. This team is part of the Operations group and has members in Bristol, Cambridge and Taiwan. The team is responsible for developing and maintaining robust manufacturing processes at the wafer foundry, package assembly and PCBA subcontractors based in Taiwan.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Project manage new product introductions into the PCB, PCBA and system supply chain. The focus will extend from delivery of packaged silicon to back end system delivery from Graphcore’s contract manufacturer.
• Manage developments between engineering, operations and manufacturing including ensuring the definition of clear deliverables, timelines and metrics
• Maintain overview of product and enabling technology roadmaps to ensure timely interception
• Coordinate and drive new product DfX reviews.
• Manage supply chain yield and quality improvement roadmap including internal and external activities
• Maintain cross functional and multi-regional engineering relationships within Graphcore and at supplier sites
• Survey suppliers for enabling technologies that could benefit the Graphcore product roadmap

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• Strong project management skills with ability to draw on experience of different methodologies (eg waterfall, scrum, agile etc) to identify the most appropriate method for the project
• Knowledge of PCB, PCBA and system design technologies, including HDI PCB designs, thermal management solutions and high speed digital design.
• Ability to understand the interaction between silicon, package and PCB in order to provide DfM feedback to design teams
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as in cross functional and cross regional teams by employing strong interpersonal skills
• Experience in working with leading edge suppliers in Semiconductor, PCBA and System Manufacturing Supply Chain

Desirable:

• Understanding of advanced node wafer fabrication technologies as well as package assembly processes
• Knowledge of advanced packaging technologies such as 2.5D and 3D integration, large copper pillar flip chip packages, advanced thermal management solutions etc
• Working knowledge of tools such as JIRA, Confluence, MSProject etc would be beneficial

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers flexible working, a generous annual leave policy, private medical insurance and health cash plan, a dental plan, pension (matched up to 5%), life assurance and income protection. We have a generous parental leave policy and an employee assistance programme (which includes health, mental wellbeing, and bereavement support). We offer a range of healthy food and snacks at our central Bristol office and have our own barista bar! 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