Staff Software Engineer - Aero Platform (Motorsports)

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; 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 IT software solutions. This role requires a strong technical foundation and hands-on experience in scalable cloud systems. You will guide a talented team in creating advanced aerodynamics systems that enhance performance on race day. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to drive solutions that bridge gaps and optimize delivery. If you are passionate about technology and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in microservices development and web services design.
• Expertise in CFD systems and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of GM Motorsports aero-thermal applications.
• Develop solution architectures and manage Scrum story delivery.

Skills

CFD systems

Microservices

Data streaming platforms

Full stack application design

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Kubernetes

Docker

CI/CD practices

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Masters in a technical discipline

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

Job Description

Workplace Classification: Hybrid: This position does not require an employee to be on-site full-time to perform most effectively. Employees are 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 analyzes, defines, and delivers next-generation groundbreaking Motorsports IT software solutions. Using innovative cloud-based infrastructure and software development standards, these solutions enable interactions between GM Global Engineering, GM Motorsports, and our Race teams, accelerating drivers to the finish line first! Our team includes analysts, architects, developers, data engineers, testers, and project managers working with GM Motorsports Engineering and Race teams to ensure podium wins for GM’s NASCAR, IndyCar, and IMSA sportscar teams.

The Role: The Staff Software Engineer provides technical leadership and software delivery. This experienced role requires an expert technical foundation, significant hands-on project contributions, leadership in solution architecture, and broad exposure to scalable cloud systems development. You will shape and build Motorsports software, focusing on aerodynamics systems design to give our teams a competitive edge on race day and inform production vehicle development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of developers to implement and maintain GM Motorsports aero-thermal applications, including CFD model construction, visualization, and analysis. Create pluggable systems orchestrated by the platform.
• Develop solution architectures and lead the team in decision-making.
• Focus on modern application design, code quality, modular frameworks, and loosely connected system integration.
• Collaborate with the aerodynamics team to identify value gaps and develop solutions.
• Resolve technical blockers and facilitate smooth delivery milestones.
• Manage Scrum story delivery, including playbooks, architectures, interfaces, build frameworks, code, testing, and deployment.
• Support collaboration and teamwork.
• Be reliable and self-managed in delivering your part of the solution.

Qualifications

Required:

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

People Skills:

• Critical thinking and problem-solving in fast-paced environments
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred:

• Masters in a technical discipline
• Experience with aerodynamics, AI/ML, VR frameworks, data streaming, cross-platform development, UI/UX design, and system architecture
• Leadership experience and knowledge of data serialization techniques