Jorge Belenguer, Head of Software Engineering and Data at BWT Alpine F1 Team, joins us to talk about the role of software in an F1 team, how the industry has evolved, and how software can be used as a competitive advantage for racing teams.The Guest :Jorge Belenguer has over 15 years of experience in the software industry, 10 of which has been spent working for Formula 1 teams. He is now the Head of Software Engineering and Data at BWT Alpine Formula One Team. With over a decade in F1, Jorge shares how software powers everything from car design to race strategy, and how it serves as a crucial competitive differentiator, even in a sport dominated by mechanical engineering. He explains why the F1 software ecosystem is so unique, how data and AI are shaping the future of racing, and what kind of tech talent thrives in this high-speed, high-stakes environment. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, motorsport fan, or just curious about the intersection of elite sport and software, this episode delivers insight at full throttle.Some highlights of this episode include:Role of software in F1Competitive edge and secrecy in hiringSoftware as a strategic investment vs. the carUse of AI and simulations due to on-track limitationsCultural fit in F1: Startup vs. corporate mentalitiesListen to the Story of Software on any podcast platform of your choice. The Story of Software Podcast is produced by Zartis, a software services company. We hope you enjoy listening to this tech podcast and feel free to share any feedback with us: [email protected]

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