Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Data Processing Engineer to join their dynamic Aero Innovation team. This role involves developing complex data pipelines to enhance aerodynamics for motorsports and high-performance vehicles. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring data integrity and optimizing systems for efficiency. With a focus on innovation, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills in a competitive environment, driving advancements that shape the future of motorsports. Join this forward-thinking organization to make a significant impact in a collaborative setting.

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 for data processing tasks.

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 Processing

Analytical Skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Kafka

Flink

Databricks

AWS

Azure

SQL

MongoDB

Job description

Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer, Manchester

Client: General Motors

Location: Manchester, 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. 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 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 vehicles. You will work cross-functionally with our partners and 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.
• Collaborate 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 data integrity, consistency, and quality through automated validation and monitoring processes.
• Identify performance bottlenecks in data workflows and optimize systems for fast and reliable processing.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Data Scientists, Product Managers, Engineers, Aerodynamicists) to translate business requirements into data solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices in software engineering.
• Prepare and present technical reports, specifications, and presentations to stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required:

• 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 data processing tools such as Kafka, Flink, Databricks
• Knowledge of distributed computing management systems like SLURM, LSF
• Familiarity with relational and non-relational databases (SQL, MongoDB)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills for collaboration

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field
• Experience in motorsports industry
• Knowledge of data governance, privacy, security best practices
• Experience with HPC architecture
• Hands-on with instrumentation and Data Acquisition systems
• Experience developing Live Streaming data pipelines
• Familiarity with aerodynamic testing and practices

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Benefits Overview

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

Diversity and Inclusion

GM is committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace and equal opportunity employment. We support accommodations for applicants with disabilities.