At McLaren, our mission is to set the standard for high performance in sport. Everyone, in every part of the team, has a role to play. So if you want to test your ideas with the world watching... And measure your progress in milliseconds... And play your part in racing history... You belong here. High performance starts with you.
Purpose of the Role:
The Trackside IT Infrastructure Engineer role is to provide support up to and including 3rd line to trackside Racing users, Mission Control user, and to setup the trackside network and infrastructure for a race weekend. There will be requirements to travel and support test and race events throughout the race calendar, as well as supporting race weekends from Mission Control.
You will support and ensure the stable operation of the Trackside hardware and software required for a race or test event including server, storage, workstation and networking. During the off season, the role will involve implementing any infrastructure and/or network upgrade and refresh requirements.
Role Dimensions:
The role will require close collaboration with colleagues in Racing, IT, and the wider businesses. The ability to work with project managers and architects in delivering service improvements. There will be requirements to work with external suppliers and partners.
The role covers assisting with the design and installation of various types of server, storage, software, voice and communication links at Track. The role requires weekend working and time shifting to fit around Race/Test Events, along with travelling with the team to set up and support the race events.
Principal Accountabilities:
