Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Data Processing Engineer to enhance aerodynamics development for motorsports. You'll architect and maintain data pipelines, ensuring data integrity and quality while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your skills in a dynamic environment, driving innovation and contributing to high-performance vehicle development. Join a company committed to inclusivity and positive change, where your contributions will significantly impact the future of motorsports.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401K Contributions

Tuition Assistance

Vehicle Discounts

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable data pipelines for structured and unstructured data.
• Ensure data integrity and quality through automated validation.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Data Engineering

Data Analysis

Troubleshooting

Effective Communication

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

Job Description

This role is categorized as onsite, requiring the successful candidate 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 to enhance our aerodynamics development activities for motorsport and high-performance production vehicles. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, designing, developing, and optimizing solutions to address technical challenges, contributing significantly to our competitiveness.

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

What You’ll Do

• Architect, design, build, and maintain scalable and efficient data pipelines for 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, including on-premises and cloud databases, data lakes, APIs, and third-party vendors.
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and quality through automated validation and monitoring.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks in data workflows to ensure fast and reliable processing.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into effective data solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices.
• 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 tools like Kafka, Flink, Databricks.
• Knowledge of distributed systems management tools such as SLURM, LSF.
• Familiarity with relational and non-relational databases (SQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Additional considerations include eligibility for relocation benefits.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in relevant fields.
• Experience in motorsports industry.
• Knowledge of data governance, privacy, and security.
• Experience with HPC architecture and Data Acquisition systems.
• Skills in developing live streaming data pipelines and aerodynamic testing.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. We are committed to leading positive change for a better, safer, and more equitable world.

Why Join Us

We aim to be the most inclusive company globally, fostering a culture of belonging and flexibility. We believe diversity enhances our ability to develop innovative products and solutions.

Benefits Overview

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

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

GM is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment free from discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. If accommodations are needed during the application process, please contact us accordingly.