Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Data Processing Engineer to join their innovative Aero Innovation team. This role focuses on developing complex data pipelines and processing systems to enhance aerodynamics for motorsport and high-performance vehicles. You'll work in a collaborative environment, tackling technical challenges and contributing to cutting-edge solutions that drive competitiveness. With opportunities to showcase your skills and drive innovation, this position is perfect for those passionate about technology and motorsports. Join a company committed to diversity and inclusion, and help shape the future of the industry.

Benefits

Paid time off

Healthcare

Retirement contributions

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering or related fields.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, and Java.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS and Azure.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain scalable data pipelines for large data volumes.
• Integrate data from various platforms and ensure data quality.
• Collaborate with teams to translate business requirements into data solutions.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Data Engineering

Analytical Skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in related fields

Tools

Kafka

Flink

Databricks

SQL

MongoDB

AWS

Azure

SLURM

LSF

Job description

Motorsports Senior Data Processing Engineer, Telford

Client: General Motors

Location: Telford, 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, with reporting 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 that 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 tackle technical challenges, contributing significantly to our competitiveness.

Joining GM Motorsports will provide you with valuable experience and exposure to thrive in a competitive environment. You will have opportunities to showcase your talents, apply your knowledge and skills, drive innovation, and connect lessons learned in racing to production vehicles. You will collaborate cross-functionally with partners and help 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.
• Integrate data from various platforms and systems, including on-prem and cloud databases, data lakes, APIs, and third-party vendors.
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and quality through automated validation and monitoring.
• Identify and optimize performance bottlenecks in data workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into data solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, adhering to 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 Kafka, Flink, Databricks.
• Experience managing distributed systems like SLURM, LSF.
• Knowledge of relational and non-relational databases (SQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for collaboration.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in related fields.
• Experience in motorsports industry.
• Knowledge of data governance, privacy, security.
• Experience with HPC architecture, instrumentation, Data Acquisition systems.
• Experience developing Live Streaming data pipelines.
• Familiarity with aerodynamic testing.

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, more equitable world.

Why Join Us

We aim 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 everyone to feel they belong to one GM team.

Benefits Overview

Our total rewards program supports your health and well-being, including paid time off, healthcare, retirement contributions, recognition programs, tuition assistance, and vehicle discounts.

Diversity & Equal Opportunity

GM is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment, ensuring a work environment free from discrimination. For accommodations, contact us via email or phone as provided.