Staff Software Engineer - Aero Platform (Motorsports)

JR United Kingdom; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of innovative aero-thermal applications for motorsports. This exciting role involves technical leadership and hands-on contributions, focusing on scalable cloud systems and modern application design. You will collaborate with a dynamic team to implement cutting-edge solutions that enhance competitive performance in racing and vehicle development. If you are passionate about technology and motorsports, this opportunity offers a platform to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking environment.

Benefits

Company vehicle program

Potential relocation benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years in microservices development and 2 years in web services design.
• Expertise in CFD systems and full stack application development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to develop and maintain aero-thermal applications.
• Design solution architectures and ensure high code quality.

Skills

CFD systems

Microservices

Data streaming platforms

Full stack application development

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Containers (Kubernetes, Docker)

DevOps

CI/CD

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Job Title: Staff Software Engineer - Aero Platform (Motorsports), High Wycombe

Client: General Motors

Location: High Wycombe, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

Job Views: 5

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

This role involves leading the development of GM's Motorsports aero-thermal applications, including CFD modeling, visualization, and analysis. The position requires technical leadership, hands-on project contributions, and experience in scalable cloud systems. The candidate will shape and implement solutions that give GM Motorsports a competitive edge in racing and vehicle development, with a focus on aerodynamics systems design.

Responsibilities

1. Lead a team to develop and maintain aero-thermal applications, including CFD models and visualization tools.
2. Design solution architectures and lead team consensus on technical approaches.
3. Focus on modern, modular application design, ensuring high code quality and system integration.
4. Collaborate with the aerodynamics team to identify and implement value-adding solutions.
5. Resolve technical blockers and ensure smooth project delivery.
6. Manage scrum story delivery and contribute to implementation architectures, interfaces, build frameworks, testing, and deployment.
7. Support team collaboration and maintain self-managed delivery.

Qualifications

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

Preferred Skills

• Master's degree in a technical discipline.
• Knowledge of aerodynamics engineering, AI & ML, VR frameworks, data streaming technologies, cross-platform development, UI/UX design, system architecture, data serialization techniques, and a passion for motorsports.

Additional Information

Includes company vehicle program, potential relocation benefits, and comprehensive benefits package. GM promotes diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer.