Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the motorsports sector is seeking a Senior Data Processing Engineer to enhance their aerodynamics development. In this role, you will architect and maintain complex data pipelines, ensuring data integrity and quality. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will translate business needs into effective data solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of motorsports while enjoying a flexible and inclusive work environment. Join a team that values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits to support your well-being.

Benefits

Paid time off

Healthcare

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Tuition assistance

GM vehicle discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering or related fields.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, Java and data processing systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable data pipelines for large volumes of data.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate data from various platforms.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Data Engineering

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Kafka

Flink

Databricks

SQL

MongoDB

AWS

Azure

SLURM

LSF

Job description

Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer, Shrewsbury

Client: General Motors

Location: Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

This role is categorized as onsite. The successful candidate will 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 main responsibility will be to develop complex data pipelines and data-processing systems to enhance our aerodynamics development activities for motorsport and high-performance production vehicles. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will design, develop, and optimize solutions to tackle technical challenges, contributing significantly to our competitiveness.

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

What You’ll Do

• Architect, design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines for large volumes of data from multiple sources.
• Collaborate with data engineers and other teams to integrate data from various platforms and systems.
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and quality through automated validation and monitoring.
• Identify and optimize performance bottlenecks in data workflows.
• Work with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into data solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices.
• 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 systems like SLURM, LSF.
• Experience with relational and non-relational databases (SQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

This position may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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 and Data Acquisition systems.
• Experience 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 aim to lead change to make the world better, safer, and more equitable.

Why Join Us

We strive to be the most inclusive company. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports inclusion and flexibility, allowing employees to work where they can have the greatest 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, including:

• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, parental leave)
• Healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Recognition programs
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing
• GM vehicle discounts

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

GM is committed to a discrimination-free, inclusive workplace. We embrace diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. For accommodations, contact us at [email protected] or 800-865-7580.