Senior Architectural Designer- Lab and Data Center Engineering

About us

Graphcore is one of the worlds leading innovators in Artificial Intelligence compute.

It is developing hardware software and systems infrastructure that will unlock the next generation of AI breakthroughs and power the widespread adoption of AI solutions across every industry.

As part of the SoftBank Group Graphcore is a member of an elite family of companies responsible for some of the worlds most transformative technologies. Together they share a bold vision: to enable Artificial Super Intelligence and ensure its benefits are accessible to everyone.

Graphcores teams are drawn from a diverse set of backgrounds and bring a broad range of skills and perspectives. A melting pot of AI research specialists silicon designers software engineers and systems architects Graphcore enjoys a culture of continuous learning and constant innovation.

Job Summary

Graphcore is seeking a Senior Architectural Designer to join our Data Center Engineering organization and lead architectural coordination for lab data center and office space projects. This role will serve as an owners representative and partner with technical leaders consultants contractors and vendors to deliver high-performance workplace and infrastructure solutions. Approximately 1020% travel may be required.

The Team

The Data Center Engineering team is responsible for delivering scalable high-performance facilities and workplace environments that support Graphcores global operations and AI infrastructure. The team collaborates closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure projects meet operational technical and business requirements.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead architectural coordination for lab data center and office projects from programming through construction and turnover.
• Develop owner requirements architectural standards and high-level specifications aligned with Graphcores operational and workplace goals.
• Review drawings and specifications for quality constructability maintainability and compliance with project requirements.
• Serve as the owners representative for architectural scope coordinating internal stakeholders consultants and contractors.
• Answer RFIs review submittals and shop drawings and evaluate substitutions for architectural systems finishes and products.
• Identify appropriate products materials and approved vendors based on performance availability cost and durability.
• Conduct site walks mock-up reviews and punch list activities and support issue resolution during construction and closeout.

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Architecture Interior Architecture Architectural Engineering or related field.
• Solid understanding of building envelope partitions doors/hardware finishes code accessibility and life-safety considerations.
• Experience with construction administration including contractor coordination RFIs submittals changes and field issue resolution.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced cross-functional environment.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam AutoCAD Revit and document review processes.

Desirable:

• Experience with critical laboratory or server room environments.
• Licensed architect NCARB certificate holder or actively pursuing licensure (this position will not be stamping drawings).
• Familiarity with office lab or data center design standards and approved product/vendor lists.
• Experience coordinating with MEP fire protection and IT teams in complex facilities.