Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Data Processing Engineer to join their innovative Aero Innovation team. This role focuses on developing complex data pipelines to enhance aerodynamics for high-performance vehicles. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tackle technical challenges, ensuring data integrity and quality while optimizing workflows. The company fosters an inclusive culture, offering flexible work arrangements and a comprehensive benefits program. If you are passionate about data engineering and eager to contribute to cutting-edge projects in motorsports, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

Comprehensive health coverage

401K matching

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering or related fields.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, and Java required.
• Knowledge of data governance and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain scalable data pipelines for large data volumes.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate data from various sources.
• Ensure data integrity and optimize performance bottlenecks.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Data Engineering

Analytical Skills

Troubleshooting Skills

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, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client: General Motors

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Data Processing Engineer to join the Aero Innovation team within the Motorsports Aerodynamic Department at General Motors. This onsite role requires reporting to Concord, NC, full-time. Your primary responsibility will be to develop complex data pipelines and systems to enhance aerodynamics development for motorsport and high-performance vehicles. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to design, develop, and optimize solutions to technical challenges, contributing significantly to our competitiveness.

Responsibilities:

1. Architect, design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines for large volumes of structured and unstructured data.
2. Collaborate with data engineers and other teams to integrate data from various sources, including on-prem and cloud databases, data lakes, APIs, and third-party vendors.
3. Ensure data integrity, consistency, and quality through automated validation and monitoring.
4. Identify and optimize performance bottlenecks in data workflows.
5. Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into data solutions.
6. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices.
7. Prepare and present technical reports and specifications 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 management systems like SLURM, LSF.
• Experience with relational and non-relational databases (SQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in relevant fields.
• Experience in motorsports industry.
• Knowledge of data governance, privacy, security best practices.
• Experience with HPC architecture and Data Acquisition systems.
• Skills in developing Live Streaming data pipelines.
• Understanding of 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, fostering a culture of belonging. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports flexible work arrangements to maximize impact and inclusivity.

Benefits:

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

Diversity & Equal Opportunity:

GM is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities and a discrimination-free workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.