IT Core Technology Industrial Placement

Mercedes AMG Petronas, Brackley, Northamptonshire

IT Core Technology Industrial Placement

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Mercedes AMG Petronas, Brackley, Northamptonshire

  • Full time
  • U
  • Onsite working
  • Graduate programme

Posted 6 days ago, 14 Nov | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: e3a8192c81994d9780db29570ded1c2e

Full Job Description

As an Industrial Placement student in our Core Technology Team, you will be a valued member of the IT Department, bringing your analytical nature and high standards to a range of range of exciting, real-world challenges. Working collaboratively across the IT Department, your ideas and skills will make a tangible contribution to the performance of our team, both on and off the track, working to support, operate and evolve our core capabilities. During this placement you will have the opportunity to work with industry leading infrastructure, networking and containerisation technologies in on-site datacentres and around the world, utilising Infrastructure as Code (IaC), DevOps methodologies and Site Reliability practices in associated software systems.,

  • Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting the infrastructure and networking systems for an organisation.
  • Evaluating, designing and developing both existing and new systems and services.
  • Analysing service capacity requirements and optimizing operations through automation.
  • Setting up and configuring infrastructure and networks across multiple locations.
  • Providing technical support for all components of computer systems, including both hardware and software.
  • Managing network IP addresses and communicating information and requirements effectively and concisely.
  • Installing, upgrading, and maintaining critical system infrastructure and services across a business.

    As a minimum, the successful candidate must have completed at least one year of undergraduate studies, and must have at least one year of academic studies left (undergraduate or postgraduate) at the time of taking up your placement with us in July 2025.
  • You will have a strong background in computer science with a good understanding of infrastructure, security concepts and principles.
  • You will be capable of working both independently and as part of a team, have a learning mindset, good organisation and problem-solving skills and a fine attention to detail.
  • Flexibility in hours and approach is required, along with a 'can do', 'team-playing' attitude and the ability to work to strict deadlines under minimal supervision.
  • It does not matter whether you already have an interest in motorsport, or not: we are looking for candidates who are passionate about reaching their full potential and are excited about constantly learning. Whatever your background, we believe that you will find your placement with us a memorable and enriching experience.
  • Desirable:
  • Any industry recognised certifications.
  • Working towards a degree in computer science, software development or related fields.
  • A passion for IT and Technology., All assessments in the recruitment process are in English: this is the primary language used within the organisation and you need a good level of written and spoken English in the Industrial Placement role.

    At The Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team we are a team of passionate and enthusiastic people who work together to design and develop the cars driven by seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton and Grand Prix winner George Russell.
  • Whether working in our Operations, Technical, Race or Business Support functions, we are all in and aspire to build the greatest team in the history of our sport. Every individual plays their part. No stone is left unturned in the chase for every tenth of a second. The history of our sport is long and rich and we are continuing our journey with renewed effort year on year. Record books remember the names of a few, but history is written by the many., At the heart of our performance are our people. Every member of our team has a voice and plays their part in contributing to our successes on and off the racetrack. Through our Accelerate 25 programme, we are continuously working to make our team even more diverse and inclusive. Whatever your background, we believe that you will find working with us rewarding and enriching. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to attracting, recruiting and retaining the best and most talented individuals., The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team is the works team of Mercedes-Benz, competing at the pinnacle of motorsport - the FIA Formula One World Championship. Formula One is like nothing else in the sporting sphere. It's a demanding technical and human challenge, combining cutting-edge technologies and innovation, high-performance management and elite teamwork. At The Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars driven by seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton and young star George Russell. The team has set a new benchmark for F1 success during the sport's current Hybrid era, winning consecutive Drivers' and Constructors' World Championships in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020, and the Constructors' Championship in 2021. During those title-winning seasons, the team has scored 111 wins, 232 podium finishes, 118 pole positions, 81 fastest laps and 53 one-two finishes from 160 race starts.

    Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant and on-site parking with EV chargers available. We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including, private medical cover, annual heath assessments, life assurance, free onsite gym and 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family-friendly environment and employee well-being programmes.