Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Data Processing Engineer to join their dynamic Aero Innovation team. This role is pivotal in developing advanced data pipelines and processing systems that drive innovation in motorsports and high-performance vehicles. You will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team, tackling complex challenges and optimizing data workflows to enhance productivity. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in a competitive environment while contributing to groundbreaking projects that shape the future of motorsports.

Benefits

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

Retirement contributions

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering or processing.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, and Java.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable data pipelines for structured and unstructured data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data solutions.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Data Processing

Data Engineering

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Kafka

Flink

Databricks

SQL

MongoDB

AWS

Azure

SLURM

LSF

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05.05.2025

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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. As a member of our multi-disciplinary team, you will be at the forefront of designing, developing, and optimizing state-of-the-art solutions to tackle a variety of challenging technical obstacles. Your role is crucial and will significantly contribute to our competitiveness.

Joining the GM Motorsports Organization will provide you with the experience and exposure needed to thrive in a competitive environment. You will have the opportunity to showcase your talents, apply your conceptual knowledge and practical skills, drive innovation, and connect lessons learned in racing to production-intent vehicles. You will work cross-functionally with our partners and ultimately help shape the future of motorsports.

What You’ll Do

• Architect, design, build, and maintain scalable and efficient data pipelines to process and transform large volumes of structured and unstructured data from multiple sources.
• Work with data engineers and other teams to integrate data from various platforms and systems (e.g., on-prem and cloud databases, data lakes, APIs, third-party vendors).
• Ensure the integrity, consistency, and quality of processed data through automated validation and monitoring processes.
• Identify performance bottlenecks in data processing workflows and work on optimizing systems to ensure fast and reliable data processing.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Data Scientists, Product Managers, Engineers, Aerodynamicists, etc.) to translate business requirements into efficient data solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code and ensure adherence to best practices in software engineering.
• Prepare and present detailed technical reports, specifications, and presentations to stakeholders.

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What You’ll Need (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in an engineering industry, specializing in data engineering, data processing, or related fields.
• Proficient in multiple programming languages such as Python, C++, Java.
• Extensive experience with data processing tools and platforms such as Kafka, Flink, Databricks.
• Skilled in managing distributed computing management systems, like SLURM, LSF.
• Knowledgeable in both relational and non-relational databases (e.g., SQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to optimize complex data processing workflows.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of effectively collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Experience within the motorsports industry.
• Proficiency in applying data governance, privacy, and security best practices.
• Experience with HPC architecture.
• Hands-on experience with instrumentation and Data Acquisition systems.
• Skilled in developing Live Streaming data pipelines.
• Familiarity with aerodynamic testing and best practices.

About GM

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Why Join Us

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Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan includes benefits such as paid time off, healthcare, retirement contributions, recognition programs, tuition assistance, and vehicle discounts.

Diversity Information

GM is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe workforce diversity creates an environment where our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

GM is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and advancing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] or call 800-865-7580, including a description of the accommodation needed.