Motorsports Sportscar Data Analyst, Coventry
Client: General Motors
Location: Coventry, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 5
Posted: 05.05.2025
Expiry Date: 19.06.2025
Job Description
We are seeking a Motorsports Sportscar Data Analyst to apply data science and modeling techniques to develop and refine race strategy tools, facilitating insightful pre-race planning and real-time decision making during live race events.
Responsibilities
* Develop and refine AI/ML models for motorsports applications, including updating existing Python codebases and creating new models.
* Create platforms for running Monte Carlo simulations and analyzing tire degradation models for accurate predictions.
* Design visualizations to effectively communicate insights, collaborating with IT and software teams for implementation.
* Verify and improve race strategy tools, collaborating with IMSA and WEC teams for each race event.
* Analyze vehicle pace, track migration, traffic, energy strategies, and tire and fuel effects to inform race tactics.
* Work with GM motorsports teams to develop race strategy software and apply analysis techniques across different racing series.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.
* 5+ years in top-level motorsports series (e.g., NASCAR, IMSA, F1, IndyCar, WEC), with at least 2 years developing or utilizing strategy tools.
* Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or similar programming languages.
* Knowledge of AI/ML modeling techniques and big data tools.
* Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate across teams.
Preferred Qualifications
* Master’s degree in a related field.
* Experience with tire modeling, simulation workflows, and machine learning libraries.
Additional Information
This role may include relocation benefits and requires travel within the US up to 10% of the time.
About GM and Benefits
General Motors is committed to diversity and inclusion, offering comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, vehicle discounts, and more.
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