Vehicle Performance Data Engineer

Vehicle Performance Data Engineer - Cadillac Formula 1® Team

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The Cadillac Formula 1® Team is what happens when history, purpose and daring talent come together. Backed by TWG Global and GM, our team is uniquely positioned to disrupt Formula 1®, bringing a fresh perspective and an unrelenting drive for success. We have the energy of a start-up with the ideas and originality of a business that always wants to lead and never wants to follow.

We’re building everything from the ground up, from a high-performance car to an inclusive, values-driven culture. We show bold ambition, combine leadership in innovation with excellence in execution, and are one team that has the freedom to think differently. A historic name behind us, career-defining moments ahead.

Overview

As a Vehicle Performance Data Engineer in our Vehicle Performance Group, you will be responsible for supporting data handling, processing, and analysis for the race car and simulation toolset. You will work alongside experienced performance engineers to ensure data availability and quality to optimise car performance.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong technical foundation in software development and data analysis, with a passion for motorsport and competitive engineering challenges.

Responsibilities

• Work on data architecture, collaborating across the Aero, Race Engineering, and Strategy departments to communicate quality and reliability metrics.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines for Simulator, Simulation, and Car data.
• Encourage and maintain good coding practices within The Cadillac Formula 1® Team.
• Research AI solutions for performance and analysis purposes.
• Create and maintain software tools to assist other departments.
• Undertake factory-based race event support.

Requirements

• A degree in Computer Science, Maths, Physics, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Motorsport Engineering or a related field, or equivalent.
• 2+ years’ experience with software development.
• Good knowledge of a programming language (Python, MatLab, C#, or similar).
• Understanding of databases and associated processes (SQL, Kafka, PySpark).
• Experience with Git, Docker, DevOps and CI/CD processes.
• A track record of independent working, requirements scoping, proof-of-concept implementation, and production release.
• A strong desire to deliver grid-leading solutions.

Closing Date: 31st October 2025

Benefits

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team challenges conventions and redefines success through bold ambition, cutting-edge innovation, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence. Benefits include industry-leading pension, generous time off, and global career development potential.

Equal Opportunity We are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and do not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or civil partnership. We encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

Please note that additional security checks, including background and criminal record checks covering the past five years, may be required as part of the recruitment process.

• A degree in Computer Science, Maths, Physics, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Motorsport Engineering or a related field, or equivalent.
• 2+ years’ experience with software development.
• Good knowledge of a programming language (Python, MatLab, C#, or similar).
• Understanding of databases and associated processes (SQL, Kafka, PySpark).
• Experience with Git, Docker, DevOps and CI/CD processes.
• A track record of independent working, requirements scoping, proof-of-concept implementation, and production release.
• A strong desire to deliver grid-leading solutions.

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team challenges conventions and redefines success through bold ambition, cutting-edge innovation, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence. Benefits include industry-leading pension, generous time off, and global career development potential.

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team is what happens when history, purpose and daring talent come together. Backed by TWG Global and GM, our team is uniquely positioned to disrupt Formula 1®, bringing a fresh perspective and an unrelenting drive for success. We have the energy of a start-up with the ideas and originality of a business that always wants to lead and never wants to follow.

We’re building everything from the ground up, from a high-performance car to an inclusive, values-driven culture. We show bold ambition, combine leadership in innovation with excellence in execution, and are one team that has the freedom to think differently. A historic name behind us, career-defining moments ahead.