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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Event IT Communications Engineer - **Company:** Cadillac Formula 1 Team - **Location:** Silverstone, UK - **Salary:** £43,316.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Office, Windows Servers, Virtual Local Area Networks, Computer Networking Systems, Computer Network Technologies, Information Technology, Enterprise Integration, Communication Devices - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5822422338 ## About the Role * Strong experience supporting communications systems in high-pressure technical environments * Practical knowledge of RF communications Systems, IP-based Intercom systems DECT belt packs * Experience with enterprise IT infrastructure including Microsoft Windows, Windows Server, Microsoft 365 / Office * Networking knowledge including Switching, VLANs, IP troubleshooting * Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills under tight time constraints * Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions under pressure * Excellent communication and stakeholder support skills * Strong organisational discipline and documentation practices * Willingness for extensive international travel and weekend working Desirable * Experience with motorsport communications systems (e.g. RIEDEL, Clear-Com, MRTC or similar) * Formula 1® / motorsport event operations experience * Cisco networking exposure * Knowledge of cloud platforms including Azure / Microsoft 365 * Familiarity with race engineering communications workflows, Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process. This may include a background check covering a minimum of the past five years and a criminal record check. ## Description The Event IT Communications Engineer is responsible for delivering resilient, high-performance communications services in support of motorsport operations across factory and trackside environments. This role combines ownership of event communications systems-including radio, IP-based intercom across multiple sites and RF technologies - with hands-on IT infrastructure support to a self-sufficient level. This role will ensure race-critical systems remain operational in some of the most demanding high-pressure environments in elite motorsport. The successful candidate will play a vital role in enabling seamless communication between drivers, engineers, mechanics, race operations, and leadership while also supporting wider communications with external parties and satellite sites. This is a highly mobile role requiring international travel, technical versatility, and the ability to troubleshoot under intense operational pressure where reliability and response time are critical. * Own the deployment, operation, and support of all event communications systems across race and test operations * Configure, deploy, and maintain RF radio systems, IP-based Intercom systems, DECT Belt packs, Virtual intercom panels, Driver helmet communications and VIP / guest communication solutions * Program radios and communications equipment with authorised frequencies for each event * Coordinate communications integration with governing bodies, suppliers, and technical partners including FIA, FOM, and vehicle communications providers * Support ear moulding and bespoke driver communication hardware preparation where required * Work closely with the IT Team to ensure network integration is stable * Prepare, test, stage, and maintain all communications and IT equipment between events. Build and validate race event kits, ensuring all systems are fully functional before deployment * Perform preventative maintenance, testing, and repair of communications and IT hardware. Ensure event readiness through structured testing and validation processes * Maintain detailed technical documentation, configuration records, and operational checklists * Follow structured incident, problem, and change management processes * Research, develop and deploy innovative improvements in the communications space * Take ownership of the Trackside communications space being the single contact for the race team in this area ## Related Videos - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [This Is Not Your Father's .NET](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/967-this-is-not-your-father-s-net) - [Fleet Management - Reinvented](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/473-fleet-management-reinvented) - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) - [Introducing Digital Samba Embedded Video Conferencing API MCP Server](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1640-introducing-digital-samba-embedded-video-conferencing-api-mcp-server) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)