Staff Software Engineer - Aero Platform (Motorsports)

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

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of cutting-edge Motorsports software solutions. This role emphasizes technical leadership and hands-on project contributions, focusing on aerodynamics systems design. You will collaborate with a dynamic team of analysts, architects, and developers to deliver scalable cloud-based applications that enhance performance for motorsport teams. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits, including potential relocation support and a company vehicle. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make an impact in the world of motorsports, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Tuition Assistance

Vehicle Discounts

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to implement aero-thermal applications and CFD modeling.
• Design solution architectures and manage implementation frameworks.

Skills

CFD Systems

Microservices

Data Streaming Platforms

Full Stack Application Design

Agile Methodologies

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Master's in a Technical Field

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. It requires onsite presence 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 our 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, hands-on project contributions, development of solution architectures, and broad exposure to scalable cloud systems development. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will shape and apply your vision in building Motorsports software, focusing on aerodynamics systems design.

Responsibilities include:

1. Leading a team to implement and maintain GM Motorsports aero-thermal applications, including CFD modeling, visualization, and analysis.
2. Designing solution architectures and leading the team in consensus building.
3. Focusing on modern application design, code quality, and modular frameworks.
4. Collaborating with the aerodynamics team to identify and fill value gaps with solutions.
5. Resolving technical blockers and ensuring smooth delivery milestones.
6. Delivering Scrum stories and managing implementation architectures, interfaces, build frameworks, testing, and deployment.
7. Supporting team collaboration and being self-managed in delivery.

Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a technical field.
• Exposure to aerodynamics engineering and AI/ML.
• Experience with VR frameworks, data streaming tech, cross-platform development, UI/UX design, and system architecture.

Additional Benefits and Information:

Eligible for a company vehicle after review; relocation benefits may apply. GM's vision emphasizes Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion, fostering an inclusive culture with comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, recognition, tuition assistance, and vehicle discounts. GM is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment, providing accommodations as needed.