Motorsports Sportscar Data Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Motorsports Sportscar Data Analyst to leverage data science for race strategy optimization. In this dynamic role, you will develop and refine innovative tools that enhance pre-race planning and real-time decision-making during live events. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, evolve AI/ML models, and design impactful visualizations. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and motorsports, contributing to groundbreaking strategies in a competitive environment. Join a forward-thinking company committed to diversity and inclusion, where your expertise will drive meaningful change in the industry.

Benefits

Paid time off

Healthcare

Retirement contributions

Recognition programs

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in top-level motorsports series with strategy tools.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or similar programming languages.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Evolving AI/ML models for Sportscars and refining existing codebases.
• Developing platforms for Monte Carlo simulations and tire degradation models.
• Collaborating with IT and software teams for implementation.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

AI/ML modeling techniques

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science

Master’s degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Hadoop

Spark

SQL

NoSQL

Job description

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Client:

General Motors

Location:

Concord, NC (Hybrid role, reporting at least three times per week; flexible schedule for weekends and events)

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a Motorsports Sportscar Data Analyst to apply data science and modeling techniques to develop and refine race strategy tools, facilitating insightful pre-race planning and real-time decision making during live race events.

Responsibilities include:

1. Evolving AI/ML models for Sportscars, refining existing codebases, and reimagining where necessary.
2. Developing platforms for Monte Carlo simulations and creating tire degradation models.
3. Designing visualizations to convey insights, collaborating with IT and software teams for implementation.
4. Verifying and improving race strategy tools, collaborating with IMSA and WEC teams.
5. Resolving true vehicle pace considering track migration, traffic, and other factors.
6. Predicting in-race pace variations to inform strategies.
7. Working with cross-functional teams within GM and its motorsports divisions.
8. Co-developing production race strategy software.
9. Applying analysis techniques across different racing series for validation and refinement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in top-level motorsports series (NASCAR, IMSA, F1, IndyCar, WEC, etc.) with at least 2 years developing or utilizing strategy tools.
• Deep knowledge of motorsports race strategy tools and analysis during live events.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or similar programming languages.
• Familiarity with AI/ML modeling techniques.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a forward-thinking mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to build relationships, and mentoring capabilities.
• Willingness to travel within the US (up to 10%).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a quantitative field.
• Experience in tire modeling and simulation workflows.
• Knowledge of machine learning libraries and big data tools (Hadoop, Spark, SQL, NoSQL).

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 and flexibility. We support our employees’ diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Benefits:

Our total rewards include paid time off, healthcare, retirement contributions, recognition programs, tuition assistance, and vehicle discounts.

Diversity & Equal Opportunity:

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