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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Engineering Software Industrial Placement - **Company:** Mercedes AMG PETRONAS - **Location:** Brackley, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Software Tools, Software Engineering, Kubernetes, Information Technology - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=cfaad3c4914e79dc ## About the Role Essential: * Be currently studying a strong degree in a relevant computer science discipline. * Have an awareness of .NET, Python. * Have an awareness of devops and deployment processes. * Have a passion about reaching their full potential and are excited about constantly learning; a passion for motorsport is an advantage. * Have at least one year remaining on your current course or be enrolled on your next course* from the point at which you start your placement with us (*please note that if you will be enrolled on a Masters or PhD course you will need to be able to evidence enrolment to confirm eligibility). * Have flexibility in hours, enthusiasm to support F1 race weekend work is required, along with a 'can do', 'team-playing' attitude and the ability to work to strict deadlines under minimal supervision. * Take full ownership of their work, driving projects forward with initiative and independence. * Relish challenges and enjoy pushing for continuous improvement. Whatever your background and motorsport interest, we believe that you will find your placement with us a memorable and enriching experience. Desirable: * Awareness of containerisation and Kubernetes. * Awareness of MATLAB. * Dependable with a strong work ethic. * Good analytical skills., * Software development and support in real world, high pressure environments. * Appreciation of team working with a right first time mantra. ## Description You will be involved in all aspects of the development, deployment and support of the off-car software stack, supporting the operation of the simulators, R&D facilities, and race cars. You will immerse yourself in remote operational support of events, providing real-time monitoring and ensuring robustness of the data production processes that support high-performance engineering decisions. You will also interface with stakeholders across the business to provide assistance, understand issues and feature requests, and work with the wider group to plan work going forward., We will ask you to complete our application form as well as submitting a cover letter and CV. Please note, if you are making multiple applications please ensure to update your cover letter on subsequent applications. Our IP programme is designed with the intent to progress into available graduate roles in the future. You will be required to meet the eligibility criteria of the IP programme including any right to work requirements for your application to progress. As these roles are based in the UK, any visa sponsorship must meet current Home Office immigration rules. Next Steps As part of the selection process, you may be required to complete a combination of the following tests at various stages (if you have not completed the same test within the last 6 months): * Technical and Psychometric Testing - you will have a 7-day window to complete your test with the deadline clearly stated in your test email. ## Related Videos - [Understanding Kubernetes in a visual way](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100085-understanding-kubernetes-in-a-visual-way) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Shifting Stress to Progress— Understanding DevOps to do DevOps Better](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/268-shifting-stress-to-progress-understanding-devops-to-do-devops-better) - [Software is the New Fuel, AI the New Horsepower - Pioneering New Paths at Mercedes-Benz](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1388-software-is-the-new-fuel-ai-the-new-horsepower-pioneering-new-paths-at-mercedes-benz) - [Software stack under and over the hood of the fastest accelerating car in the world](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/221-software-stack-under-and-over-the-hood-of-the-fastest-accelerating-car-in-the-world) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) ## Related Articles - [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) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [Best Companies to Work For in Germany: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/33-best-companies-to-work-for-in-germany-top-25-companies-in-2023)