Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Data Processing Engineer, where you'll develop innovative data solutions for motorsports. Your expertise will help shape the future of high-performance vehicles through scalable data pipelines and cutting-edge technology. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, tackle complex challenges, and contribute to a vision of Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. Enjoy a flexible work environment that values diversity and inclusion, alongside a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K Matching

Tuition Assistance

Vehicle Discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years in data engineering or similar roles.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain scalable data pipelines for large data volumes.
• Ensure data integrity and optimize performance bottlenecks.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Data Engineering

SQL

NoSQL

Kafka

Flink

Databricks

Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in relevant fields

Tools

SQL Databases

NoSQL Databases (MongoDB)

Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure)

Distributed Systems (SLURM, LSF)

Job description

Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer, Birmingham

Client: General Motors

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Data Processing Engineer to join the Aero Innovation team within the Motorsports Aerodynamic Department. Your primary responsibility will be to develop complex data pipelines and data-processing systems that enhance the productivity and capabilities of our aerodynamics development activities for both motorsport and high-performance production vehicles. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to design, develop, and optimize solutions to technical challenges, significantly contributing to our competitiveness.

Joining the GM Motorsports Organization offers you the opportunity to showcase your talents, apply your knowledge and skills, drive innovation, and connect racing lessons to production vehicles. You will collaborate across functions and help shape the future of motorsports.

What You’ll Do

• Architect, design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines to process large volumes of data from multiple sources.
• Collaborate with data engineers and other teams to integrate data from various platforms (on-premises and cloud databases, data lakes, APIs, third-party vendors).
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and quality through automated validation and monitoring.
• Identify and optimize performance bottlenecks in data workflows.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into data solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices.
• Prepare and present technical reports and specifications to stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.
• 5+ years in data engineering, processing, or similar roles.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, Java.
• Experience with Kafka, Flink, Databricks.
• Knowledge of distributed systems like SLURM, LSF.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent collaboration skills.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in relevant fields.
• Experience in motorsports industry.
• Knowledge of data governance, HPC architecture, instrumentation systems, live streaming data pipelines, aerodynamic testing.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. We are committed to leading positive change for a better, safer, and more equitable world.

Why Join Us

We strive to be the most inclusive company globally, fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. Our flexible work policies support employees to work where they can make the greatest impact.

Benefits

Our total rewards include paid time off, health and dental insurance, 401K matching, recognition programs, tuition assistance, and vehicle discounts.

Diversity & Equal Opportunity

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace free of discrimination. GM is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. For accommodations, contact us at [email protected] or call 800-865-7580, including details of your needs and the job information.