Prodromou graduated
Imperial College London with a degree in
aeronautical engineering before joining McLaren's design office in 1991, later becoming the team's chief aerodynamicist. He left the team in 2006—alongside
Adrian Newey—for
Red Bull Racing. Prodromou worked as Head of Aerodynamics for the team until his departure in 2014. In late 2014, he rejoined McLaren as Chief Engineer, following a contract dispute with Red Bull. In 2017, Prodromou became the team's chief technical officer, responsible for aerodynamics. In 2023, he replaced
James Key, promoted to the new role of Technical Director (Aerodynamics). In February 2025, Prodromou's contract at McLaren was extended on a multi-year agreement. ==References==