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Senior R&D Software Developer Jobs in Cleveland, OH

The Senior Chemist position in our Automotive division is responsible for a variety of exciting ... Engineering or Math field. Must be at least 18 years of age. 5 years of coatings formulation ...

R&D- Sr. Chemist

Brecksville, OH · On-site

$82.21K - $104.29K/yr

The Senior Chemist position in our Automotive division is responsible for a variety of exciting ... Engineering or Math field. • Must be at least 18 years of age. • 5 years of coatings ...

Software Developer Senior

Cleveland, OH · Hybrid

$111.40K - $153.10K/yr

We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, building and maintaining software solutions, taking ownership of ...

Senior Software Developer

Berea, OH · On-site

$50.75 - $67.25/hr

Position Overview The Cleveland Browns are seeking a Senior Software Developer to join a highly collaborative Football Information Systems team responsible for building and supporting the internal ...

Senior Software Developer

Berea, OH · On-site

$50.75 - $67.25/hr

Position Overview The Cleveland Browns are seeking a Senior Software Developer to join a highly collaborative Football Information Systems team responsible for building and supporting the internal ...

Senior Software Developer

Mentor, OH · On-site

$48.75 - $64.50/hr

Senior Software Developer 53590 #LI-DNI STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A ...

Software Developer Acumen Solutions drives excellence - not only in our performance, but also in ... Work with technical teams and senior architects to finalize architecture specifications, and ...

R&D- Chemist I

Brecksville, OH · On-site

$68.30K - $85.67K/yr

Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math field. * 1 Year of paint and coatings experience * Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to determine the difference ...

Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math field. * 1 Year of paint and coatings experience * Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to determine the difference ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior r&d software developer in Cleveland, OH is $59.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.82 and $67.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior R&D Software Developer vs Software Engineer?

AspectSenior R&D Software DeveloperSoftware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or related field; experience in R&DBachelor's or higher in Computer Science or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch and development labs, innovation teamsDevelopment teams, product-focused environments
Industry UsageTech, manufacturing, research institutionsTech companies, startups, software firms
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for R&D roles and advanced developmentMore general software development roles

The main difference is that a Senior R&D Software Developer focuses on innovative research, prototyping, and developing new technologies within R&D environments, often requiring specialized knowledge and experience. In contrast, a Software Engineer typically works on building, testing, and maintaining software products in production environments. Both roles require strong programming skills, but the Senior R&D role emphasizes research and experimentation.

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R&D- Scientific Programmer II

R&D- Scientific Programmer II

Sherwin-Williams

Brecksville, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago


Sherwin-Williams rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 655 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

216th of 511 rated manufacturers


Job description

Job Summary:
Sherwin-Williams is a company dedicated to inspiring and improving the world through innovative paints and coatings. They are seeking a Scientific Programmer to develop and maintain internal color science software applications that support global R&D efforts, which includes software development, research support, and technical project contributions.
Responsibilities:
• Develop, enhance, and maintain internal color science applications supporting global R&D
• Complete ongoing C# development for a new internal application
• Maintain and support legacy VB and VB.NET applications
• Troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex issues; support global labs and manufacturing sites
• Ensure code reliability, maintainability, and compliance with corporate standards
• Use version control and support continuous integration and deployment pipelines
• Apply best practices in testing, debugging, documentation, and code review
• Maintain traceable and well documented software changes
• Support integration with internal systems and tools
• Implement algorithms and computational tools supporting color science research
• Support research studies through data handling, analysis, and validation
• Summarize findings and contribute insights that inform R&D decisions and process improvements
• Contribute to mid scale technical projects under guidance of senior staff
• Participate in architecture discussions, backlog planning, and implementation activities
• Apply agile practices and balance hands on development with collaboration
• Seek clarity on requirements, assumptions, and technical expectations
• Communicate risks, issues, and progress clearly and early
• Provide concise updates using agile or project-tracking tools
• Prepare technical documentation and summaries for mixed audiences
• Support peers through knowledge sharing and code reviews
• Expand skills in programming, color science, and related technologies
• Develop understanding of business workflows, manufacturing, and quality processes
• Build strong working relationships across R&D and supporting teams
• Informally mentor less-experienced contributors and learn from senior staff
Qualifications:
Required:
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country for which you are applying for employment (without now or in the future needing sponsorship for employment work visa and/or permanent residence status)
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math 'STEM' field.
• Proficiency in C# and VB.NET
• 3+ years writing code, working in a technical support role
• 3+ years of experience working knowledge of object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts
• Experience developing and maintaining desktop or internal-facing applications
• Ability to troubleshoot, debug, and enhance existing codebases
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Understanding of the Model–View–ViewModel (MVVM) architectural pattern
• Experience consuming or integrating RESTful APIs
• Experience in scientific, analytical, or R&D-focused software environments
• Familiarity with WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation)
• Technical skill in programming and current computer systems
• Experience mentoring others in technical fields, such as coding, software, etc.
• Stays proficient in current programming languages
Preferred:
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or software engineering
• 5+ Years software creation & programming
• Color science knowledge
• Experience in AI environments
• Developing machine learning, algorithms, & models
• Strong color instrumentation knowledge
• Strong color knowledge
Company:
Sherwin-Williams Company engages in the development, manufacture, distribution, and sale of paints, coatings, and related products. Founded in 1866, the company is headquartered in Cleveland, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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