Staff Software Engineer- Motorsports

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company seeks a Staff Software Engineer to join its Motorsports Software team in Plymouth. This role involves leading the design of scalable, high-performance systems across various technologies while mentoring engineers and enhancing team innovation. Ideal candidates will possess strong experience in software development and relevant engineering degrees, driving cutting-edge solutions in motorsports-related IT software.

Benefits

Company vehicle program

Relocation benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a staff engineer or leader preferred.
• 10+ years in software development experience.
• Expertise in architectural patterns and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of scalable systems.
• Engage in coding, prototyping, and code reviews.
• Mentor engineers in design patterns and architecture.

Skills

Java

Python

Kotlin

React.js

Angular

Kafka

Event Hubs

Confluent

SQL

NoSQL

REST

WebSockets

gRPC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Engineering degree or related field

Tools

Azure

AWS

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Staff Software Engineer - Motorsports, Plymouth

Client:

General Motors

Location:

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.07.2025

Expiry Date:

18.08.2025

Job Description:

Join GM’s Motorsports Software team, which analyzes, defines, and delivers groundbreaking IT software solutions for motorsports. The team uses cloud infrastructure and software development standards to enable innovative interactions between GM Engineering, Motorsports, and Race teams, supporting GM’s NASCAR, IndyCar, and IMSA sportscar teams.

The Role:

We are seeking a Staff Engineer to lead the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance systems. The role requires expertise in architectural patterns, distributed systems, and emerging technologies, providing strategic guidance, mentoring engineers, and fostering innovation.

Responsibilities:

1. Define and refine system design focusing on scalability and business alignment.
2. Engage in coding, prototyping, and code reviews, enforcing best practices.
3. Mentor engineers in design patterns and architecture.
4. Design efficient data flows to enhance performance.
5. Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies.
6. Collaborate with teams to align solutions with business goals.
7. Ensure platform stability and scalability.
8. Promote CI/CD, test automation, and performance optimization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Expertise in Java, Python, Kotlin, and front-end technologies like React.js or Angular.
• Experience with Kafka, Event Hubs, or Confluent.
• Familiarity with Azure, AWS, GCP, Docker, Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Understanding of software architecture and design patterns.
• Experience with REST, WebSockets, gRPC.
• Proven ability to develop scalable web systems supporting high transactions.

People Skills:

• Leadership in managing projects and architectural decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years as a staff engineer or leader.
• 10+ years in software development.
• Experience designing global, scalable platforms.
• Experience with microservices and event-driven architectures.
• Knowledge of telemetry and metrics.
• Experience in motorsports industry is a plus.

Additional Benefits:

Company vehicle program, relocation benefits, and more. For details, see the full job posting.

About GM:

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. We foster an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being from day one. Visit Total Rewards Resources for details.

Equal Opportunity:

GM is committed to non-discrimination and inclusion. All employment decisions are made without regard to protected statuses.

Accommodations:

GM offers accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact us for assistance.

Note:

If you are not a passport holder of the country where the job is located, a work permit may be required. Apply via the 'Apply now' button.

Created on 04/07/2025 by JR, United Kingdom