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Sherwin-Williams · Lelystad, Flevoland, Netherlands

# R&D Group Lead – Automotive Color Software Development

Lelystad, Flevoland, Netherlands Manager or lead Software Engineering 

Listed on Sherwin-Williams’s official careers site. Posted June 25, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Sherwin-Williams’s careers site →](https://ejhp.fa.us6.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2/job/2615384)

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## Job description

Lead a global development team creating innovative automotive color laboratory applications, including color matching, quality control, and color data management. Drive business value through faster time-to-color, improved product development cycles, and enhanced color quality using automation, advanced algorithms, and AI/ML technologies.

## Responsibilities

Lead a global development team designing custom software solutions for automotive color laboratories, including color matching, quality control, and color data management. Drive innovation and business value by improving speed to color, reducing development lead times, and enhancing color quality through automation and advanced technologies such as AI and machine learning. In this role, you will define the strategic roadmap for color software, translate business needs into technical solutions, and manage complex global projects across cross-functional teams (R&D, IT, and operations).

You will ensure high-quality system delivery, promote best practices, and continuously optimize processes across the automotive color value chain.

## Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, STEM, or related field Experience in software development and team leadership
- Knowledge of color science and color matching (preferred)
- Familiarity with agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, JIRA)
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills #LI-EK2

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Jun 25, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 17, 2026
- Listed for: 114 days
- Location: Lelystad, Flevoland, Netherlands[Apply on Sherwin-Williams’s careers site →](https://ejhp.fa.us6.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2/job/2615384)

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