Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Data Processing Engineer, where you'll develop complex data pipelines to enhance aerodynamics for motorsports and high-performance vehicles. This role offers the chance to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, tackling technical challenges and driving innovation. If you're passionate about data engineering and want to make an impact in the motorsports industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Enjoy a culture of inclusion, flexibility, and a commitment to diversity while contributing to a vision of Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion.

Benefits

Paid time off

Comprehensive health insurance

401K matching

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering or related fields.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, and Java.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain scalable data pipelines for large volumes of data.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate data from various platforms.
• Ensure data integrity and quality through automated validation.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Data Engineering

Analytical Skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in relevant fields

Tools

Kafka

Flink

Databricks

SQL

MongoDB

AWS

Azure

SLURM

LSF

Job description

Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer, Brighton

Client: General Motors

Location: Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

This role is categorized as onsite, requiring the successful candidate to report to Concord, NC on a full-time basis.

The Role

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 our aerodynamics development activities for motorsport and high-performance production vehicles. As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will design, develop, and optimize solutions to address challenging technical obstacles, significantly contributing to our competitiveness.

Joining GM's Motorsports Organization offers the opportunity to gain experience, showcase your talents, and apply your skills to drive innovation and connect racing lessons to production vehicles, shaping the future of motorsports.

What You’ll Do

• Architect, design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines for large volumes of data from multiple sources.
• Collaborate with data engineers and other teams to integrate data from various platforms and systems.
• 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 requirements into data solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, well-documented code adhering to best practices.
• Prepare and present technical reports and specifications to stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data engineering or related fields.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, Java.
• Experience with Kafka, Flink, Databricks.
• Knowledge of distributed computing management systems like SLURM, LSF.
• Experience with relational and non-relational databases (SQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for collaboration.

This position may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant fields.
• Experience in motorsports industry.
• Knowledge of data governance, privacy, and security.
• Experience with HPC architecture and Data Acquisition systems.
• Skills in developing live streaming data pipelines.
• Familiarity with aerodynamic testing.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. We embrace responsibility to lead positive change for a better, safer, and more equitable world.

Why Join Us

We aim to be the most inclusive company, fostering a culture of belonging and flexibility, allowing employees to have the greatest impact. We believe diversity enhances our ability to innovate and serve our customers better.

Benefits Overview

Our total rewards program supports your health and well-being, including paid time off, comprehensive health insurance, 401K matching, recognition programs, tuition assistance, and vehicle discounts.

Diversity and Inclusion

GM is committed to a discrimination-free workplace that fosters inclusion and belonging, embracing diversity in all forms and providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants.