Staff Software Engineer - Aero Platform (Motorsports)

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of cutting-edge motorsports software solutions. This role involves technical leadership and hands-on contributions to scalable cloud systems, focusing on aerodynamics systems design. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality applications and resolve technical challenges. If you have a passion for technology and motorsports, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering required.
• Expertise in CFD systems and microservices essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to implement GM Motorsports aero-thermal applications.
• Design solution architectures and ensure team consensus.

Skills

CFD systems

Microservices

Data streaming platforms

Full stack application development

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Containerization (Kubernetes, Docker)

DevOps

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

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Client:

General Motors

Location:

Gloucester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Workplace Classification:

Hybrid: This position does not require an employee to be on-site full-time to perform most effectively. It requires being onsite up to 3 times per week at either our Charlotte or Austin Technical Centers.

The Team:

GM’s Motorsports Software team develops innovative IT software solutions for motorsports, enabling interactions between GM Global Engineering, GM Motorsports, and Race teams to secure podium finishes for GM’s NASCAR, IndyCar, and IMSA teams.

The Role:

The Staff Software Engineer provides both technical leadership and software delivery. This senior role involves developing solution architectures, hands-on project contributions, and experience with scalable cloud systems. You will help shape and build motorsports software, focusing on aerodynamics systems design.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading a team to implement and maintain GM Motorsports aero-thermal applications, including CFD modeling and visualization.
• Designing solution architectures and gaining team consensus.
• Focusing on modern application design, code quality, and modular frameworks.
• Collaborating with the aerodynamics team to identify and fill value gaps with solutions.
• Resolving technical blockers and ensuring smooth delivery milestones.
• Managing scrum story delivery and contributing to build frameworks, testing, and deployment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant field.
• Expertise in CFD systems, microservices, or data streaming platforms.
• Experience with full stack application development and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• At least 5 years in microservices development and 2 years in web services design.
• Knowledge of containerization (Kubernetes, Docker), devops, and CI/CD.

Preferred qualifications include a master's degree, experience with aerodynamics, AI/ML, VR frameworks, data streaming, and leadership experience.

Additional information about company vehicle programs, relocation benefits, diversity commitment, and employment policies are included in the full description.