Formula One Management Limited

Formula One Management Limited is seeking a Sporting Systems Technician to join the Track Systems team. You will install, deploy and manage F1 timing data systems at race locations, working outdoors across global destinations and traveling on a regular basis. The role requires hands-on electrical/electronic skills, ability to read wiring diagrams, and strong teamwork for high-pressure events. You will report to the Engineering Manager - Sporting Systems and contribute to safety and accuracy at

Role Overview We are looking for a Sporting Systems Technician to join our Track Systems team. Reporting into our Engineering Manager - Sporting Systems, this role will support the installation, deployment and management of the F1 timing data acquisition and communications system at F1 race locations. Responsibilities Competently install timing loops, beacons and track temperature sensors into the surface of the track. Perform manual work including digging, soldering and operation of machinery and tools, while complying with health and safety training. Work safely at all times in accordance with company and location specific health and safety requirements. Install, test and terminate coaxial cable and multi core twisted pair data cable used for loop and decoder data communications. Test and verify correct function of all timing data acquisition equipment and related hardware. Fault find basic IT networks and cable systems. Compile and publish reports for the department. Work outdoors in a variety of global destinations. Ensure department and company tools and equipment are correctly used, maintained and transported between races. Read, comprehend and work to the F1 Circuit Drawings to achieve the correct equipment setup for a race. Configure and monitor incoming and outgoing data using F1 software to ensure correct function of company systems. Report issues to the F100 team and associated clients. Mark loop IDs on track with spray paint and install beacon fittings in track and pit lane. Mark front axle points for pit stop boxes in pit lane. Configure and deploy timing decoders, pit lane nodes and workshop furniture. Perform basic data analysis to identify trends and faults. Load and unload work equipment safely. Qualities & Qualifications Well presented, organised and positive can do attitude. Strong team working ability and capable of working outdoors in hot and cold weather. Willingness to travel on a regular basis for extended periods (1 to 3 weeks). Keen interest in technical subjects related to the job and willingness to learn new skills. Excellent communicator with ability to express oneself accurately and concisely. Good time management skills. Fault finding experience on electrical/electronic wiring systems. Experience reading and working to wiring diagrams and technical drawings. Desirable: knowledge of IP addressing and TCP/IP communications. Desirable: previous experience in a similar environment such as electronics or network IT. Qualifications in Motorsport Engineering with an electrical/electronic bias. Career progression to Senior Sporting Systems Technician. Benefits Private Healthcare scheme. Dental Care. 4 GrandPrix Paddock passes per season. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies. Free staff shuttle service to and from surrounding train stations near Biggin Hill. Free healthy snacks in our offices. Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch. 25days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure. Opportunities to develop and request training via our in house Learning and Development team. Discount on F1 merchandise. Discount at F1's experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive. Perkbox benefit portal and more. Recruitment Fraud Warning We only communicate with candidates through email addresses. We will never contact you via personal email accounts, messaging apps, or request payment as part of our recruitment process. If you receive suspicious communication claiming to be from our talent team, please report it to .

Senior Track Systems Technician page is loaded Senior Track Systems Technician Apply remote type Travel - Yes locations Biggin Hill time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR100744 Formula 1 covers a huge range of disciplines across a wide array of industry sectors, drawing the very best from our teams of technicians, engineers and media rights specialists and encouraging the creativity of experts in the fields of digital and traditional media, marketing and communications. From timekeeping, to software development, broadcast engineering and content creation. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Track Systems Technician to join our Track Systems Team. You will be responsible for the installation, deployment and management of the F1 timing data acquisition and communications system at F1 race locations. Main duties and responsibilities Installation of timing loops, beacons and track temperature sensors in the surface of the track. Involving manual work including digging, soldering and operation of machinery & tools Installation, testing and termination of co-axial and multi core twisted pair data cables used for loop and decoder data communications Fault finding on basic IT networks and cable systems Reading and working to F1 Circuit drawings for correct equipment set up for a race Systems installation planning and liaising with other departments and external parties Monitor and verify incoming and outgoing data using F1 software About You HND Electrical or Electronic qualification or equivalent Fault finding on electrical/electronic wiring systems Reading, understanding and working to wiring diagrams and technical drawings Technical report writing skills Basic knowledge of TCP/IP Systems Ability to perform under pressure in a time critical live broadcast environment Ability to travel on a regular basis for extended periods (1 to 3 weeks) Strong team working ability - capable of working outdoors in both hot and cold weather Desirable Fault finding of CAN based communication systems Basic knowledge of RF communication systems Previous experience working in network IT Division: Technical Here's how we roll Formula 1 delivers the world's greatest sports and entertainment spectacle with innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability at the heart of its future growth and value. As the global rights holders of this incredible sport our team delivers the 24-race calendar direct to our passionate fans around the globe. Everything you see on screen or at an event comes via our people at F1. Whether its engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, and communications there is always a driven and talented team working to maximise the potential of the sport. We are focused on delivering the best for our fans and partners while also ensuring we do the right thing as a business and use the power of Formula 1 to make a positive contribution to the places we visit and to our own community. That is why sustainability and accessibility are part of every decision F1 makes. Our commitment to being Net Zero by 2030 is already reducing our emissions both on and off the track, and our focus on diversity and inclusion ensures everyone is welcome.

Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Category Manager to join our Procurement team on a 16 month fixed term contract, with responsibility for managing the organisation's IT spend and supplier portfolio. The role will lead sourcing, contract and commercial negotiations and supplier performance management relating to F1's software, SaaS and hardware requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders across IT, Information Security, Finance, Legal and project teams to support new sourcing activity, contract renewals and supplier performance. This is a hands on role suited to a commercially minded procurement professional who can operate independently in a fast paced environment. Responsibilities Support procurement activity across a broad IT portfolio, including software, SaaS, cloud services, hardware and cyber security. Develop and maintain the IT procurement category strategy, identifying opportunities to improve value, manage risk, support sustainability and simplify the supplier landscape. Partner with IT, Information Security, Finance, Legal and project teams to support technology projects, supplier selection and contract renewal strategies. Manage end to end sourcing activity, from market analysis, supplier research and RFx processes through to commercial evaluation and supplier recommendation. Lead commercial and contractual negotiations that secure value, protect F1's interests and align supplier commitments with business requirements. Review and negotiate IT related contract terms and conditions, covering framework agreements, statements of work, end user licence agreements and data processing agreements. Review and approve purchase order requisitions, ensuring spend is governed and supplier queries are resolved efficiently. Support the practical adoption and effective use of AI platforms within the procurement team, helping improve ways of working where appropriate. Support contract management, supplier due diligence and renewal planning across F1's recurring IT spend. Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes, tools and ways of working across the wider procurement function. Qualifications Knowledge and Skills Proven experience in procurement, with a focus on IT related categories. Strong understanding of sourcing and contract management across software, SaaS, cloud services, and hardware. Confidence reviewing and negotiating IT contract terms, licence agreements and supplier commercial proposals. Demonstrable experience in negotiating commercial terms across a range of IT software, SaaS, cloud and hardware agreements. Strong understanding of data protection principles, and familiarity with reviewing data processing agreements. Demonstrable experience leading procurement projects, RFx processes and supplier negotiations. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to assess risk, challenge costs and negotiate favourable contractual outcomes. Analytical and problem solving capability, with confidence interpreting commercial and financial data to support decision making. Clear communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build credibility across technical and non technical teams. Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt quickly and deliver results in a fast paced environment. Good understanding of procurement governance, supplier due diligence, contract lifecycle management and procurement best practice. Proficiency in utilising AI platforms, Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (experience with Microsoft Dynamics would be beneficial but not essential). Experience Minimum of 3+ years' experience in IT procurement, category management or a comparable commercial role. Experience managing and negotiating both contractual and commercial terms across key IT spend areas. MCIPS preferred, or working towards. Personal Qualities Excellent communication, with strong written and presentation skills, and an engaging style. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills and ability to challenge difficult stakeholders when appropriate. Self motivated, work under own initiative and as part of a team. Benefits Private healthcare scheme Dental care 4 x Grand Prix paddock passes per season Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding train stations near to Biggin Hill Free healthy snacks in our offices Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch 25 days annual leave and 8 bank holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in house learning and development team Discount on F1 merchandise Discount at F1's experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive Perkbox benefit portal and more

Role Overview We are looking for a Digital Test Manager to join our Digital Technology team at Formula1. This role reports into our Lead Analyst and will lead and continuously improve F1 Digital's end to end QA and UAT strategy, governance, tooling and partnerships so that all digital products (web, apps, F1TV and AI powered experiences) are tested in a consistent, visible and reliable way that protects quality at F1 scale. Main Duties and Responsibilities Test & QA Strategy, Governance and Standards Define, document and maintain the Digital QA strategy and governance model for F1 Digital. Own and evolve the QA Charter, including minimum standards for all external QA partners. Clearly define and socialise QA vs UAT responsibilities, including entry/exit criteria for both. Set and enforce minimum QA baselines (regression, smoke, end to end, device coverage, non functional). Multi Partner Test Management & Quality Oversight Own the test relationship with all digital partners. Set expectations for coverage, automation, environments, reporting and defect SLAs. Drive improvements in partner QA maturity and consistency of practice. Ensure partner QA is complete (or very near complete) before handover to UAT. Oversee cross product, cross partner test planning so that risks, dependencies and capacity are visible. Test Tooling & Platforms (Testmo, Shake, Jira, Monitoring) Own Testmo as the system of record for formal testing (QA and UAT). Define project and folder structures across products/programmes. Ensure consistent use of test cases, runs, results and UAT sessions. Drive adoption and good practice with all partners and internal teams. Own the operational model for Shake as a real time bug capture tool. Drive consistent, standardised use of Jira for defect management. Collaborate with Delivery Managers on UAT boards and tracking. Champion the roadmap for test infrastructure and monitoring: synthetic and production monitoring, logging and observability patterns. Performance, Non Functional and Environment Management Bring and apply performance testing expertise. Define performance and scalability requirements for key products. Shape performance testing strategy, tooling choices, orchestration and reporting. Oversee environment strategy and mapping across QA, UAT, Alpha, pre prod and production. Support maintenance of environment mapping and dashboards. Work with Ops and DevOps on deployment and rollback processes, phased roll outs, A/B testing and go live strategies, ensuring quality gates are defined and enforced at each step. UAT Leadership & Defect Governance Partner with Delivery Managers, Product and Business to design and schedule UAT windows with realistic scope and resourcing. Ensure environments, data and access are UAT ready. Guide UAT test design across scripted, exploratory and negative testing. Chair or co chair defect triage sessions. Operate a clear, shared defect lifecycle and prioritisation model. Own UAT reporting and go/no go quality input for key releases and events. Leadership, Coaching & Capacity Building Provide day to day leadership, mentorship and coaching to Digital QA contributors. Design clear role definitions and progression paths within Digital QA. Advocate for realistic QA & UAT resourcing and capacity. Influence and evangelise a quality first culture across Digital, Marketing, Ops and vendor teams. Measurement and Continuous Improvement Define and track quality KPIs such as defect leakage, coverage, UAT outcomes and incident trends. Use data to highlight risk areas and prioritise improvements in QA practice and tooling. Review and refine processes, templates and governance in Confluence and Jira. What Are We Looking For? Strong experience (typically 6-10+ years) in digital QA / test management. Have led QA across multi channel digital estates - e.g. websites, mobile apps, OTT style products. Have operated successfully in multi vendor, multi partner environments. Track record of building or transforming QA practices, not just operating an existing model. Hands on experience in a Test Manager / QA Manager role with ownership of test strategy and governance, tooling selection, rollout and usage, and performance / non functional testing initiatives. Practical experience with test management tools and defect trackers (Testmo, Jira or equivalents), including integrations and workflows. Demonstrable experience with UAT planning and execution: working closely with business stakeholders and providing go/no go recommendations with clear reasoning. Desirable experience: media, streaming, live events or large scale consumer digital products; knowledge of iOS/Android/Roku; exposure to AI/ML powered products; event driven or seasonal peak environments; test automation strategy; synthetic and real user monitoring tools and observability platforms; coordinating QA and UAT for large cross programme releases. Qualifications Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline). Professional certifications such as ISTQB Advanced, ISEB, or Scrum Master/Agile Tester. Any training or certifications related to performance testing tools, cloud platforms, modern web/mobile architectures, observability, SRE or reliability engineering. Knowledge & Skills Test Management & Governance: Designing and implementing QA strategies and governance models, defining and enforcing QA and UAT entry/exit criteria and quality gates, running structured test planning, risk analysis and reporting. Tools & Platforms: Deep practical understanding of test management tools (Testmo or similar), strong experience with Jira or equivalent defect tracking tools, familiarity with real time bug capture tools (Shake), monitoring, logging and observability tools. Performance & Non Functional Testing: Knowledge of performance, scalability, security, accessibility and compatibility testing concepts; ability to define non functional requirements and shape appropriate test approaches. Environments & Release Management: Understanding of environment strategies (QA, UAT, pre prod, prod), parity and data considerations; experience contributing to deployment, rollback, phased roll out and A/B testing strategies from a quality perspective. Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Strong stakeholder management with senior Product, Delivery, Engineering and Business leaders; experience setting and managing expectations with vendor QA teams, SLAs and quality baselines; confident in leading cross functional triage and steering forums. Analytics & Reporting: Ability to define and interpret key quality metrics and KPIs, use data to drive decisions, present test outcomes, UAT results and residual risk in a way that supports go/no go decisions. Personal Qualities Strategic and systems thinking - see across products, partners and environments and design pragmatic, scalable QA/UAT models. Hands on and outcome oriented - comfortable rolling up sleeves in tools and triage sessions while keeping an eye on long term improvements. Influential and credible - gain trust from senior stakeholders and vendor leads. Calm under pressure - operate effectively around key F1 events, live issues and critical release windows. Data driven - use metrics, dashboards and evidence to support decisions and recommend trade offs. Collaborative and inclusive - work openly with partners and internal teams, treating QA and UAT as shared responsibilities. Structured and organised - bring order to complex, multi vendor test pipelines and environment landscapes. Resilient and persistent - push for standards, governance and change even when uncomfortable. Strong communicator - present complex quality risks and decisions in simple, actionable terms. Benefits Private Healthcare scheme Dental Care 4x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies Free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding train stations near Biggin Hill Free healthy snacks in our offices Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch 25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure Opportunities to develop and request training via our in house Learning and Development team Discount on F1 merchandise Discount at F1's experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive Perkbox benefit portal and more

Formula One Management Limited is seeking a Digital Test Manager for their Digital Technology team. The ideal candidate will lead and improve F1 Digital's QA and UAT strategy, ensuring all digital products are tested reliably. Responsibilities include overseeing quality governance, managing testing relationships with partners, and driving QA practices across the digital landscape. Applicants should have significant QA experience, ideally in multi-channel environments, along with strong leadership capabilities. Benefits include private healthcare and generous holiday leave.