Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; 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 and high-performance vehicles. This role involves architecting scalable data pipelines and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to optimize performance and enhance aerodynamics development. If you're passionate about data engineering and want to make a significant impact in the motorsports industry, this is your chance to showcase your skills in a dynamic environment that values innovation and teamwork.

Benefits

Paid time off

Healthcare

401K matching

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering or related fields.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, and Java is essential.
• Knowledge of distributed computing systems like SLURM, LSF.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain scalable data pipelines for large volumes of data.
• Integrate data from various sources including cloud databases and APIs.
• Collaborate with Data Scientists and Engineers to develop data solutions.

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

HPC architecture

Job description

Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer, Colchester

Client: General Motors

Location: Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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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 to enhance our aerodynamics development activities for motorsport and high-performance vehicles. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to design, develop, and optimize solutions that address technical challenges, contributing significantly to our competitiveness.

Joining GM Motorsports offers the opportunity to showcase your talents, apply your knowledge, drive innovation, and connect racing lessons to production vehicles. You will collaborate cross-functionally with partners and help shape the future of motorsports.

What You’ll Do

1. Architect, design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines for large volumes of structured and unstructured data.
2. Integrate data from various sources, including on-prem and cloud databases, data lakes, APIs, and vendors.
3. Ensure data integrity, quality, and consistency through automated validation and monitoring.
4. Identify and optimize performance bottlenecks in data workflows.
5. Collaborate with Data Scientists, Product Managers, Engineers, and Aerodynamicists to develop data solutions.
6. Write clean, maintainable code adhering to best practices.
7. Prepare technical reports, specifications, and presentations for stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.
2. 5+ years of experience in data engineering or related fields.
3. Proficiency in Python, C++, and Java.
4. Experience with Kafka, Flink, Databricks.
5. Knowledge of distributed computing systems like SLURM, LSF.
6. Experience with relational and non-relational databases (SQL, MongoDB).
7. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
8. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
9. Excellent interpersonal skills for collaboration.

This role may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master’s degree in relevant fields.
2. Experience in motorsports industry.
3. Knowledge of data governance, privacy, security best practices.
4. Experience with HPC architecture.
5. Hands-on with instrumentation and Data Acquisition systems.
6. Skilled in developing live streaming data pipelines.
7. Familiarity with aerodynamic testing and practices.

About GM

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

Why Join Us

We aim to be the most inclusive company globally, fostering a culture of belonging and flexibility to maximize impact. We want every employee to feel they belong to one GM team.

Benefits Overview

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

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

GM is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, providing equal employment opportunities and accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accommodations, contact us via email or phone as provided.