Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Processing Engineer to join their innovative Aero Innovation team. This role focuses on developing complex data pipelines and systems that enhance aerodynamics for motorsport and high-performance vehicles. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, tackling technical challenges and driving innovation. This position offers a unique opportunity to connect racing insights to production vehicles, shaping the future of motorsports. If you are passionate about data and engineering, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

Healthcare

401K matching

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years in data engineering or related fields.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, Java.
• Experience with relational and non-relational databases.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain scalable data pipelines for large data volumes.
• Integrate data from various sources, ensuring quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with teams to translate business needs into data solutions.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Data Engineering

Analytical Skills

Troubleshooting Skills

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in relevant fields

Tools

Kafka

Flink

Databricks

SQL

MongoDB

AWS

Azure

Job description

Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer, Swindon, Wiltshire

Client: General Motors

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, 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 at General Motors. Your primary responsibility will be to develop complex data pipelines and data-processing systems to enhance our aerodynamics development for motorsport and high-performance vehicles. You will work in a multidisciplinary team, designing, developing, and optimizing solutions to technical challenges, significantly contributing to our competitiveness.

This role offers the opportunity to showcase your talents, apply your skills, drive innovation, and connect racing insights to production vehicles, helping shape the future of motorsports.

What You’ll Do

• Architect, design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines for large data volumes.
• Integrate data from various sources, including cloud and on-prem systems.
• Ensure data quality through automated validation and monitoring.
• Optimize data workflows for performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into data solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable code following best practices.
• Present technical reports and specifications to stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.
• 5+ years 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.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in relevant fields.
• Experience in motorsports industry.
• Knowledge of data governance, HPC architecture, Data Acquisition systems.
• Experience with Live Streaming data pipelines and aerodynamic testing.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. We embrace responsibility to lead positive change, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone belongs.

Benefits

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

Diversity & Equal Opportunity

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.