Staff Software Engineer - Aero Platform (Motorsports)

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; 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 software solutions for motorsports. This role focuses on aerodynamics systems design and requires expertise in cloud platforms and microservices. The ideal candidate will drive technical leadership and project delivery while collaborating with a dynamic team. With a hybrid workplace model, this position allows for flexibility while contributing to exciting projects that shape the future of motorsports technology. Join a forward-thinking team that values creativity and technical excellence in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company vehicle program

Relocation benefits

Comprehensive health plans

401K

Recognition programs

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years in microservices development with a focus on web services.
• Expertise in CFD systems and modern application design.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of aero-thermal applications and CFD modeling.
• Manage Scrum story delivery and ensure smooth project milestones.

Skills

CFD systems

Microservices

Data streaming platforms

Full-stack application design

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Containers (Kubernetes, Docker)

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 Description

Workplace Classification: Hybrid: This position does not require an employee to be on-site full-time. The employee is expected to be 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 advanced interactions between GM Global Engineering, GM Motorsports, and Race teams, supporting NASCAR, IndyCar, and IMSA sportscar teams.

The Role

The Staff Software Engineer provides technical leadership and software delivery, requiring expert-level technical skills, hands-on project contributions, and experience in scalable cloud systems. The role involves shaping and building motorsports software, focusing on aerodynamics systems design.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of GM Motorsports aero-thermal applications, including CFD modeling, visualization, and analysis.
• Design solution architectures and lead team consensus.
• Focus on modern application design, code quality, and modular frameworks.
• Identify and fill value gaps within the aerodynamics team with innovative solutions.
• Resolve technical blockers and ensure smooth delivery milestones.
• Manage Scrum story delivery, including architecture, interfaces, build frameworks, testing, and deployment.
• Collaborate with team members 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 design and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• 5+ years in microservices development; 2+ years in web services design and development.
• Proficiency with containers (Kubernetes, Docker), CI/CD, and agile methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a technical discipline.
• Knowledge of aerodynamics engineering, AI/ML, VR frameworks, data streaming tech, and cross-platform development.
• Leadership and architecture experience, strong UI/UX skills, and knowledge of data serialization.

Additional Benefits

Includes company vehicle program, relocation benefits, comprehensive health plans, 401K, recognition programs, tuition assistance, and vehicle discounts.