Staff Software Engineer - Aero Platform (Motorsports)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead a dynamic team focused on developing cutting-edge aero-thermal applications for motorsports. This role offers the opportunity to design innovative solutions that enhance racing performance and influence production vehicles. You will collaborate across teams, providing technical leadership and contributing to scalable cloud-based systems. With a focus on modern application design and agile methodologies, this position is perfect for someone passionate about technology and eager to make an impact in the motorsports sector. Join a company that values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Company vehicle program

Relocation benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discounts

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 implement aero-thermal applications, including CFD modeling.
• Design and lead solution architectures, ensuring team consensus.

Skills

CFD systems

Microservices

Data streaming platforms

Full-stack application development

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Containerization tools (Kubernetes, Docker)

DevOps

Agile methodologies

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Kubernetes

Docker

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Staff Software Engineer - Aero Platform (Motorsports), Watford, Hertfordshire

Client: General Motors

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

This role involves leading a team of developers in the GM Motorsports Software team, focusing on designing, developing, and maintaining aero-thermal applications, including CFD models, visualization, and analysis tools. The position requires providing technical leadership, developing solution architectures, and contributing to scalable cloud-based systems. The role is highly visible and involves collaboration across teams to deliver innovative motorsports IT solutions that enhance racing performance and transfer learnings to production vehicles.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead a team to implement GM Motorsports aero-thermal applications, including CFD modeling and visualization.
2. Design and lead solution architectures, gaining team consensus.
3. Focus on modern application design, modular frameworks, and loosely connected systems.
4. Identify value gaps within the aerodynamics team and develop solutions.
5. Resolve technical blockers and ensure smooth delivery milestones.
6. Manage scrum story delivery and contribute to build frameworks, testing, and deployment.
7. Collaborate with team members and support project goals.
8. Deliver reliable, self-managed contributions within the project scope.

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).
• 5+ years in microservices development; 2+ years in web services design.
• Proficiency with containerization tools like Kubernetes and Docker.
• Knowledge of software development best practices, DevOps, CI/CD, and agile methodologies.

People Skills:

• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and autonomous work style.
• Strong technical decision-making and understanding of distributed applications.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a technical discipline.
• Exposure to aerodynamics engineering and AI/ML.
• Experience with VR frameworks, data streaming tech, cross-platform development, UI/UX design, and system architecture.
• Leadership experience and knowledge of data serialization and cloud resources.

Additional Details:

Company vehicle program, relocation benefits, and other perks apply. GM promotes diversity and inclusion, offering comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, recognition programs, tuition assistance, and vehicle discounts. GM is committed to equal employment opportunities and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.