Staff Software Engineer- Motorsports

Job Description

Workplace Classification:

Hybrid: This position does not require an employee to be on-site full-time to perform most effectively. This position requires an employee to be onsite up to 3 times per week at either our Charlotte or Austin Technical Centers.

The Team:
GM’s Motorsports Software team analyzes, defines, and delivers next generation groundbreaking Motorsports IT software solutions. Using both innovative cloud-based infrastructure and software development standards, these solutions enable innovative interactions between GM Global Engineering, GM Motorsports, and our Race teams that accelerate our drivers to the finish line first! Our combined team of analysts, architects, developers, data engineers, testers, and project managers work with GM Motorsports Engineering and Race teams to ensure podium wins for GM’s NASCAR, IndyCar, and IMSA sportscar teams!

The Role:

We are seeking a Staff Engineer to take on the role of a technical leader, responsible for guiding the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance systems. This position demands extensive knowledge of architectural patterns, distributed systems, and emerging technologies to ensure that solutions are in line with corporate standards and the future architecture vision.

In this role, you will provide strategic technical guidance, mentor fellow engineers, and cultivate a culture of innovation and excellence. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders is crucial for delivering impactful, cost-effective solutions that enhance our platform's capabilities and improve business outcomes.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Define and refine system design and architecture with a strong emphasis on scalability, non-functional requirements, and alignment with business objectives.
• Actively engage in coding, prototyping, and comprehensive code reviews, while enforcing best practices in clean coding and security.
• Mentor and guide engineers in modern design patterns, architectural best practices, and the pursuit of engineering excellence.
• Design and implement efficient data flows across applications to enhance performance and usability.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to boost engineering productivity and enhance system capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technical solutions align with business objectives and effectively address technical challenges.
• Ensure platform stability and scalability by enforcing engineering standards and driving decisions related to the technical roadmap.
• Advocate for continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD), test automation, and performance optimization to enhance engineering efficiency.

Additional Job Description

What You'll Need (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Expertise in Java, Python, and/or Kotlin, along with front-end technologies like React.js or Angular.
• Experience with event streaming/message broker technologies such as Kafka, Event Hubs, or Confluent.
• Familiarity with public cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL database technologies, including Postgres, MongoDB, and Redis.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and modern programming practices.
• Experience with networking and client-server communication protocols (REST, WebSockets, gRPC, server-sent events).
• Proven ability to deliver highly scalable web-based systems capable of supporting high transaction volumes.

People Skills:

• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects and making strategic architectural decisions that impact both business and technology.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with a knack for analyzing complex situations to identify existing or potential issues and recommend effective solutions.

What Will Give you A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• 3+ years of experience as a staff engineer or technical leader.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, showcasing a strong track record in architectural roles.
• Proficient in designing global, scalable customer-facing platforms that cater to a variety of market demands.
• Experienced in leading large-scale global eCommerce products utilizing microservices and event-driven architectures.
• Skilled in working with streaming telemetry and timing-based metrics.
• Previous IT experience in the motorsports industry would be an added advantage.