Staff Technical Program Manager, Lab /Data Center
Graphcore is seeking a Staff Technical Program Manager to lead the planning and execution of global lab and data center infrastructure programs. This role serves as the company's owner's representative, delivering mission-critical environments that support cutting-edge AI hardware development, testing, and deployment. The position is based in Austin, Texas, and involves driving end-to-end program execution across multiple regions to ensure high-performance, scalable, and reliable infrastructure.
The Infrastructure and Labs team at Graphcore is responsible for designing, building, and scaling the company's global data center and lab environments. The team collaborates across hardware engineering, operations, IT, and external partners to deliver world-class infrastructure for AI compute systems. Key responsibilities include acting as the owner's representative for global lab and data center builds, leading end-to-end program delivery across site selection, design, construction, commissioning, and handover, and managing external stakeholders such as developers, consultants, contractors, and vendors. The role also involves driving the implementation of infrastructure systems, including power, cooling, and network integration, and ensuring programs meet performance, reliability, cost, and schedule objectives.
Candidates should have 5–8 years of experience in technical program management, engineering, or infrastructure project delivery. Experience acting as an owner's representative or client-side project manager is essential, along with a strong understanding of data center infrastructure, including power and mechanical systems. Experience in hyperscale or high-performance computing environments, familiarity with design, construction, and commissioning processes, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications are also required. Strong program management skills across schedule, cost, and risk, as well as excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, are necessary.
In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers a comprehensive benefits package. The company is committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. They offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all individuals. Flexible approaches to interviews and reasonable adjustments are available as needed.