Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Data Processing Engineer where you will develop cutting-edge data pipelines for motorsports and high-performance vehicles. This role offers the chance to work with a multi-disciplinary team, tackling complex challenges and driving innovation in the automotive industry. You will leverage your expertise in data engineering to enhance aerodynamics development, ensuring the integrity and quality of data while collaborating with diverse stakeholders. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

Healthcare

401K contributions

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering with a focus on data pipelines.
• Strong knowledge of distributed computing systems like SLURM and LSF.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain scalable data pipelines for large data volumes.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate data from various platforms.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Data Engineering

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in related fields

Tools

Kafka

Flink

Databricks

SQL

MongoDB

AWS

Azure

Job description

Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer, London

Client: General Motors

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Description

This role is categorized as onsite, with the successful candidate expected 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 multi-disciplinary team, you will design, develop, and optimize solutions to address technical challenges, contributing significantly to our competitiveness.

Joining the GM Motorsports Organization will give you valuable experience and exposure. You will have opportunities to showcase your talents, apply your skills, drive innovation, and connect racing lessons to production vehicles. You will collaborate cross-functionally to 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 from multiple sources.
2. Collaborate with data engineers and other teams to integrate data from various platforms (on-premises and cloud databases, data lakes, APIs, third-party vendors).
3. Ensure data integrity, consistency, and quality through automated validation and monitoring.
4. Identify and optimize performance bottlenecks in data workflows for speed and reliability.
5. Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into efficient data solutions.
6. Write clean, maintainable, well-documented code following best practices.
7. Prepare and present technical reports, specifications, and presentations to stakeholders.

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 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 collaboration skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related fields.
• Experience in motorsports industry.
• Knowledge of data governance, privacy, and security best practices.
• Experience with HPC architecture and instrumentation/Data Acquisition systems.
• Experience 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, more equitable world.

Why Join Us

We strive to be the most inclusive company, fostering an environment where everyone belongs. Our flexible Work Appropriately philosophy supports employees working where they can have the greatest impact.

Benefits Overview

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

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

GM is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.