Software Engineer

Red Bull Racing Formula One Team; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Formula 1 team in Milton Keynes seeks a Software Engineer to enhance car performance through innovative software. The role includes developing race strategy software and vehicle simulations, requiring a solid foundation in coding and a degree in software engineering. The team values collaboration and offers competitive benefits including bonuses and private healthcare. Join us to drive the future of F1 technology.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

Qualifications

• Solid grasp of fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
• Desire to work on the full stack and own development from idea to deployment.
• Ability to work independently with a continual desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the technology behind the performance of the car.
• Work on software that powers race strategy, telemetry data, simulation and trackside operations.
• Deliver performance on the racetrack.

Skills

Data structures

Algorithms

Design patterns

C#

Python

TypeScript

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Computer Science, or a similar field

Tools

Kubernetes

GitHub

Job description

At Red Bull Racing & Technology, we don’t just compete—we innovate, disrupt, and push beyond the limits of performance. We are driven by relentless ambition, cutting-edge technology, and the determination to win at every level. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, and we thrive on trust, creativity, and bold ideas. We celebrate wins as a team, big or small, because success is always a shared achievement.

Working within the Technology & Analysis Tools department from our Milton Keynes campus, this is an exciting opportunity for you to make a significant contribution to the technology behind the performance of the car. You will work on the software that powers race strategy, car telemetry data, vehicle simulation and trackside operations. You will help us deliver performance on the racetrack and work towards our goal of winning the next F1 world championship.

We want to work with people who are excited by this challenge and have the talent and motivation to deliver state-of-the-art software in a uniquely face-paced environment.

What we look for

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Computer Science, or a similar field
• A solid grasp of the fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and design patterns
• A desire to work on the full stack and owning development from idea to deployment
• An interest in working in multiple programming languages and developing as a polyglot programmer
• The ability to work independently and a continual desire to learn about new technology, language features and frameworks
• Previous experience in C#, Python or TypeScript either at university, or in your own projects or commercially
• High standards for code quality, performance, user experience, and testing
• Excellent communication skills

Bonus points for

• An interest in Formula 1 racing!
• Familiarity with container orchestration frameworks like Kubernetes
• A GitHub profile with a portfolio of example projects

What we can offer you:

At Red Bull Technology, we’re more than a Formula 1 team—we’re a high-performance innovation hub, pushing the limits of what’s possible. We thrive on big ambitions, bold engineering, and a relentless drive to win. Our success is built on trust, collaboration, and the belief that the best ideas come from those who dare to challenge the norm. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy:

• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• A pension scheme
• On-site gym
• Free daily food allowance
• And many more!

But above all, you’ll be part of a world-class team, powering cutting-edge technology and driving championship-winning cars. Ready to take on the challenge? Apply now and be part of the future of F1.

At Red Bull Racing & Technology, we believe our greatest strength is our people. We celebrate every success — together — and know that trust and collaboration are what drive us forward as one team.

Job Posting End DateFri, 3 Oct 2025