Senior Software Engineer - Engineering Tools

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of this role is to deliver performance projects, driving success on track for McLaren F1 Racing.

Role Description

This role is part of the Engineering Tools team within the Software & Data Science department, which designs and delivers bespoke software tools to enhance Formula 1 team and car performance. The team works across multiple engineering domains—primarily design, electronics, FEA, and reliability, with projects also involving aero, control systems, and manufacturing. These projects range from analytics and optimisation to process automation, workflow efficiency, and data centralisation, all delivered through intuitive UIs and system integrations. You’ll develop an understanding of engineering concepts such as structural analysis, dynamic systems, 3D modeling, and manufacturing workflows to build tools that enable more effective racing car design and production. Success requires strong stakeholder collaboration, ...