R&D Scientific Programmer

Job Description

The Scientific Programmer position is responsible for the development, maintenance, and implementation of color software and applications that support the business strategies and objectives of the technical organization. The position will also have the responsibilities to support software installation, training, and troubleshooting for various lab and plant sites. The ideal candidate must display excellent written and oral skills with demonstrated interpersonal and organization abilities. A candidate for this position must be able to work in a varied, fast paced environment, able to handle ambiguity, and be customer focused.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include

Windows Desktop Application Development Plant/Lab Support – remote & onsite: software installation, user guide and training material creation Perform analysis of business models, logic specifications, and customer use case requirements to design and build software/desktop application solutions utilizing the established tool set. Design application user interfaces and database components. Develop desktop applications that meet the customer specifications and adhere to programming standards, methods, and best practices. Assist with the implementation plan as developed with the application owner. Design and implement application support libraries, instrument device drivers and network communication features.

Strategy & Planning

Recommend software solutions and process improvements to the Senior Scientific Programmers. Develop project plans and associated documents that follow departmental protocols for project management. Develop and contribute to CI projects and Marketing requests as needed. Understand and/or learn color science. Provide data analysis through various formats and interpretation of results as necessary.

Maintenance and Support

Maintain existing desktop applications by making approved modifications or enhancements to meet changing business needs. Provide critical support to existing desktop applications to resolve issues and problems. Document all maintenance and support activities in departmental log. Support site needs regarding other IT areas such as spectrophotometer and other color related equipment and general questions on hardware and software use. The Ideal candidate will also possess the following skills:Able to work independently and efficiently to meet deadlines. Able to promptly answer support related email, phone calls and other electronic communications. Self-motivated, detail-oriented and organized. Experience with debugging problems involving hardware and software issues. Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills. Experience in structured environment with increasing levels of responsibility and complexity. Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (“STEM”) field

Preferred

Bachelors in IT field

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Required

1 year of IT related experience. Experience working on the Software Development Lifecycle. Working programming knowledge in desktop applications Experience working with customers to build and formulate business requirements.

Preferred

Experience with color matching and/or color science & theory Experience training others on application use and/or developing training material 1+ year experience using relational databases, including Oracle and MS SQL Server. 1+ year experience Object-oriented analysis and design (OOAD). 1+ year experience with ASP.net, C#, HTML, .NET Framework, and Visual Studio.NET 1+ years’ experience using Microsoft technologies including Windows Presentation Foundations, Entity Framework, and Windows Communications Foundations. Expertise in Microsoft Office products including Access, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Familiarity with manufacturing software would be beneficial.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

10%

Upon completion of construction, the individual selected for this role will primarily work at the new Sherwin-Williams Global Technology Center in Brecksville, Ohio. Construction is expected to be complete in Q4 2024. Until then, the role will be based at Breen Technology Center, located at 601 Canal Road, Cleveland, OH 44113.

About Us

Here, we believe there’s not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there’s a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We’ll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show!

At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/ . Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

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