Simone holds a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Bologna and he joined Minardi in 1998 in their research and development team. He moved to Ferrari in 2001, becomin a design engineer. He stayed there in various roles until 2014 and between then and 2019, he either worked there or at Alfa Romeo. Although still with Ferrari, he is working with the Ferrari-engined Haas team in 2021 as he is in charge of the technical partnership between the two teams. He also likes to cycle and follows Juventus football club.

Biography last updated 19 Apr 2021