Lead Application Developer Full-Stack

The Lead Application Developer, Full Stack role will be responsible for leading the broader process of developing and deploying enhancements and/or new applications used in local, networked, cloud-based or internet-related computer programs. They will use their extensive expertise in programming languages, tools, and delivery models, in conjunction with their methodology expertise to collaborate with various stakeholders and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality products and solutions. This role requires an expert understanding of programming languages, tools, and delivery models, as well as the ability to effectively communicate technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders. The incumbent will lead multiple stakeholders, including project teams, business analysts, and end-users, to ensure the development process is running smoothly. Ultimately, the incumbent will play a pivotal role in ensuring the organization's software applications are effective, efficient, and provide a seamless experience for the end-users. 

This position is not hybrid/remote and will be located at our Cleveland Headquarters office.

• Oversee the process of analyzing system requirements by providing guidance on translating requirements into software programming specifications and mentoring the team of engineers​
• Oversee and share perspective in the development, coding, integration, testing, and debugging of software applications using current programming languages, while leveraging the expertise of the team members and ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions​
• Drive the creation of detailed and user-friendly documentation and procedures for the installation and maintenance of software, ensuring all best practices are being followed by the team ​
• Drive strategies to manage and facilitate collaboration and communication with various stakeholders such as users, developers, and project managers to ensure timely delivery of products and solutions.​
• Encouraging the adoption of emerging technologies and programming languages that strategically aligning with the organization's overall technology roadmap and objectives 

This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, including conversion to H1-B visa.

Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s staff, employees, and business relationships.

Must be eighteen years or older

EDUCATION

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. In lieu of a degree, at least 9 years of experience in application development or application engineering 

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Required:

• 6-8 years of experience in software development, specifically in application development engineering  
• Expertise in programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, or Ruby
• Expertise in software development tools such as Git or Jenkins
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Ability to mentor and coach junior developers 

 

Preferred:

• Experience building front end systems using React or similar tooling
• Experience building back end systems connected to multiple Cloud SaaS applications with a Microservice architecture
• Experience with manufacturing adjacent systems is a plus 

 

Technical Skills  

• Database Management Systems
• Front-End Development Tools
• Programming Languages
• Code Prompt Engineering
• Cloud Technologies & Platforms
• Data Analysis
• Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Methodology
• Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
• Front-End Coding Languages
• Web Services & APIs
• Systems Integration
• Software Testing & Quality Assurance Methodologies & Tools
• Automated Testing Tools
• Containerization
• Version Control Tools 

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our bu