Aerodynamics Software Engineer

Northampton Business Directory; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Cadillac Formula 1 Team as an Aerodynamics Software Engineer and contribute to the development of innovative aerodynamic analysis tools. With a strong focus on collaboration and excellence, this role supports the dynamic world of motorsport at the new Silverstone facility. We offer a competitive salary, great benefits, and the chance to make significant impacts in a unique and ambitious environment.

Benefits

Industry-leading pension

Generous time off

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role, ideally in motorsport.
• Strong programming skills focusing on maintainability and clean code.

Responsibilities

• Develop aerodynamic analysis tools and work with engineers.
• Create user interfaces for data interaction from various sources.
• Conduct design, coding, testing, and maintenance of applications.

Skills

Programming skills

Data organization

Data visualization

SQL knowledge

AI and Machine Learning development

Effective communication

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Mathematics

Tools

Python

MATLAB

C++

C#

MS Office

Job description

The Cadillac Formula 1 Team is what happens when history, purpose and daring talent come together. Backed by TWG Global and GM, our team is uniquely positioned to disrupt Formula 1, bringing a fresh perspective and an unrelenting drive for success. We have the energy of a start-up, with the ideas and originality of a business that always wants to lead, never wants to follow.

We’re building everything from the ground up, from a high-performance car to an inclusive, values-driven culture. We show bold ambition. We combine leadership in innovation with excellence in execution. We are one team. We have the freedom to think differently, the opportunity to shape process and practice, an ego-free environment where people thrive on being challenged by those around them. A historic name behind us. Career-defining moments ahead.

This is history in the making. Join us.

Fueled by bold ambition:
Play your part in getting us on the grid.

We have an opportunity for a Aerodynamics Software Engineer to join the Team at the new Silverstone Facility. In this role you will be working within a group of software engineers to develop new and existing applications and tools to support the complete aerodynamic development process, including wind tunnel testing, CFD, correlation and design.We aspire to be the absolute best in every aspect of our team. Team members are encouraged to challenge established thinking and share their ideas to create an environment where everyone can contribute to our shared success.

What you will be doing:

• Develop and create the latest generation of aerodynamic analysis tools.
• Work closely with aerodynamic engineers to improve the ease of understanding complex data.
• Apply experience and knowledge to help set future directions and trends in data analysis and data visualization.
• Define the user interface in terms of presentation and interaction with the data from a wide range of engineering data sources.
• Produce high performance and well-designed data access tools and APIs to be used by other existing systems.
• Complete design, code, test, release, and maintenance of data analysis applications.

Requirements

Driven by high performance:
What do you need to bring to the team?

• A degree in a relevant discipline (Computer Science or Mathematics) or similar.

• Has a minimum 2 years relevant experience in a similar role, ideally within the motorsport industry.
• Good knowledge of software architecture and patterns.
• Excellent programming skills, ideally with Python, MATLAB, C++, C#, and be able to write clean and testable code with an emphasis on maintainability.
• Knowledge with other technologies such as SQL servers.
• Experience with data organization and repository creation using appropriate database and file architecture.
• Experience in the development and deployment of Al and Machine Learning based systems.
• Able to perform duties in a timely manner with minimal errors.
• Communicate effectively with key stakeholders/directors.
• Clear and concise communication, verbally and with the use of email.
• Strong levels of IT skills including MS Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture.

A team like no other.

The Cadillac Formula 1 Team challenges conventions and redefines success through bold ambition, cutting-edge innovation, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence—on and off the track. This includes offering industry-leading pension, generous time off and, as part of a global brand, huge potential for career development.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis and this job posting will close once a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage all interested individuals to submit their application as soon as possible.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

At Cadillac Formula 1, all Team Members are expected to actively support and uphold our policies and procedures, including those focused on Environmental responsibility, Sustainability initiatives, Inclusion and Health and Safety practices.

Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process. This may include a background check covering a minimum of the past five years and a criminal record check.