Software Engineer – Triton

Software Engineer – Triton Overview

This role sits within the Frameworks team and focuses on building the software support that allows AI developers to get the best out of Graphcore hardware. The work is centered on making Graphcore accelerators operate smoothly with modern machine learning frameworks, especially Triton and PyTorch, and on improving the overall experience for researchers and engineers running demanding ML workloads. The position reports to a team lead in Frameworks and offers substantial technical ownership, with the chance to influence how the wider ML software ecosystem evolves.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain framework support that helps developers use Graphcore hardware effectively.
• Work on seamless integration between Graphcore accelerators and leading ML frameworks, with particular emphasis on Triton and PyTorch.
• Design, implement, optimise, and support important software components across a complex stack.
• Improve the speed, quality, and usability of the software that sits between Graphcore hardware and ML developers.
• Contribute to the Triton team by building new features, reviewing code, and producing technical documentation.
• Collaborate with upstream open-source communities as part of the team’s delivery and maintenance work.
• Help organise and coordinate technical work that spans multiple teams and may not have a narrowly defined scope.
• Take part in work across other framework areas when needed, with the opportunity to broaden your contribution over time.
• Use sound engineering judgement to balance quality, complexity, and technical debt while making progress quickly.
• Support the delivery of software that researchers and engineers can rely on for high-performance machine learning workloads.

Team and working style

The Frameworks team connects Graphcore’s hardware with the tools used by ML engineers and researchers. The team works across several major frameworks, including PyTorch, Triton, JAX, and TensorFlow, with a strong focus on usability and performance. Delivery is shaped by agile ways of working, direct technical discussion, and clear ownership of tasks. Engineers are expected to contribute ideas, raise issues early, solve difficult problems, and keep work moving at pace. Technical choices are guided by evidence, code quality, and business outcomes. The team also works closely with Graphcore colleagues and open-source communities to build software that developers can trust.

What the company is looking for

• Strong software engineering capability, including the judgement needed to handle quality, complexity, and technical debt well.
• Practical experience developing software in Python and C++.
• Experience with compiler development.
• Ability to manage complex technical tasks that involve dependencies across teams.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to collaboration and technical leadership.
• Interest in AI, machine learning frameworks, performance optimisation, or other computationally intensive engineering work.
• Comfort working in an environment where engineers are trusted to take ownership and move quickly.
• Willingness to keep learning and contribute across related framework teams as needed.

Benefits and perks

• Flexible working to help you balance professional and personal commitments.
• Generous leave to support rest, recovery, and time away from work.
• Pension support with employer matching of up to 5%.
• Phantom equity, giving employees a way to share in Graphcore’s success.
• Thoughtfully designed office spaces that support collaboration, plus free food and an on-site barista.
• Income protection and life assurance for added financial security.
• A flexible benefits scheme with optional choices such as private medical insurance and dental cover.
• Additional optional benefits including dental cover, a health cash plan, private medical insurance, a cycle-to-work scheme, and give-as-you-earn.

Inclusion and support

Graphcore says it welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work. The company describes itself as an equal opportunity employer and says it values the different strengths and perspectives people bring. If you need adjustments during the interview process, you can let the company know and support will be provided.

About Graphcore

Graphcore is presented as a leading innovator in artificial intelligence compute, building hardware, software, and systems infrastructure intended to help drive the next generation of AI breakthroughs and broader adoption of AI solutions across industries. As part of the SoftBank Group, it is described as belonging to a group of companies working on transformative technologies with a long-term vision for advanced AI. The organisation brings together people from many backgrounds, including AI researchers, silicon designers, software engineers, and systems architects, to solve difficult problems and make progress in AI compute.

How to apply

Applicants are invited to start an application through the job portal. The form requests a resume or CV, a cover letter, LinkedIn profile, website, and information about how you heard about the role. It also asks for your full legal name, whether you have the legal right to work in the UK, and your right-to-work status. The application includes optional demographic questions collected confidentially for statistical and inclusion purposes only, and these responses are not used in the hiring decision.

The role is listed for Bristol, UK and Gdańsk, Poland, and the page highlights flexible working, but it does not specify a fixed remote, hybrid, or fully onsite arrangement.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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