Motorsports Sportscar Race Strategist

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Race Strategy Analyst in Kingston upon Hull to develop innovative race strategy tools and support motorsports teams. The role demands extensive experience in motorsports, technical skills in data science, and proficiency in programming languages such as Python or MATLAB. Candidates will be involved in cutting-edge strategies for high-profile racing series and must be willing to travel frequently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 7+ years of motorsports experience.
• Proficiency in Python or MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Develop race strategy tools and support teams during Sportscar events.
• Apply data science techniques and develop simulation platforms.
• Visualize insights and collaborate across teams for strategy tools.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Data Science

Tire Modeling

Simulation Workflows

Machine Learning Libraries

Big Data Tools

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or related fields

Job description

Motorsports Sportscar Race Strategist, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Client:

General Motors

Location:

Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

04.07.2025

Expiry Date:

18.08.2025

Job Description:

The GM Motorsports Program is seeking a Race Strategy Analyst to develop race strategy tools and support teams during Sportscar events. The role involves merging existing AI/ML-based tools for IndyCar and NASCAR and adapting them for WEC and IMSA series, contributing to the development of advanced race strategy software.

Responsibilities include applying data science techniques, developing simulation platforms, creating tire degradation models, visualizing insights, and collaborating across teams to implement and refine strategy tools for live race events.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related fields, with 7+ years of motorsports experience, proficiency in Python or MATLAB, and knowledge of AI/ML techniques. Preferred skills include tire modeling, simulation workflows, machine learning libraries, and big data tools.

This position requires reporting to Concord, NC, at least three times a week and flexibility for weekend events. Travel within the US is expected up to 10%. The role may offer relocation benefits.

Additional Information:

GM is committed to diversity and inclusion, offering benefits from day one, and providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. The job posting is active until 18.08.2025.