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Sherwin-Williams

Platform Engineering Manager

Sherwin-Williams, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101

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Base pay range $127,323.56/yr - $165,528.99/yr

Job Description The Platform Engineering Manager is a strategic leader who effectively cascades functional strategy and contributes to development of organizational policies in the areas of Platform Engineering and Product Application Security Engineering. The incumbent translates business segment strategy into functional plans and guides execution to ensure high performance and reliability of the company’s cloud and on‑premises systems. They lead teams to develop new methods and solve complex matters to create systems that are secure by design and to anticipate and reconcile complex security challenges.

Responsibilities Leadership & Supervision

Tactical decision‑maker, handles unforeseen issues.

Manages activities of two or more disciplines or a department. Oversees experienced level professionals and may be responsible for subordinate managers.

Frequently advises team(s) on moderately complex matters.

Responsible for supporting the talent strategy through hiring, onboarding, learning & development, performance, succession planning, engagement, recognition, and inclusion, diversity, and equity practices.

Fosters a work environment that encourages employees to act with integrity and respect.

Sets employee objectives and expectations, monitors and evaluates performance, provides meaningful feedback, and mentors.

Supports employee career development.

Erroneous decisions may result in critical delays and jeopardize overall business activities.

Knowledge & Application

Establishes operational objectives, policies, procedures and work plans and delegates assignments to subordinates.

Develops, modifies and executes company policies that affect immediate operations and may also have company‑wide effect.

Accountable for department budget.

Works on issues where analysis requires conceptual thinking and in‑depth knowledge of organizational objectives. Problems are not clearly defined and lack strategic direction.

Implements policies and selects methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Drives the strategy and success of larger projects which contribute to multiple areas of the organization.

Collaboration & Interaction

Interacts regularly with lower and/or senior management on matters concerning several functional areas, department, and/or customers.

Applies knowledge to convince other stakeholders on desired departmental outcomes.

Qualifications Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in IT field. In lieu of a degree, at least 10 years of experience in IT.

Skills and Experience

7+ years of experience in IT.

3+ years of experience managing direct reports.

Preferred

Experience in platform engineering – leading cloud‑based platform teams or enabling capabilities for engineering or delivery teams.

Strong change‑management skills – demonstrated success driving organizational cloud adoption through training, best practice, and stakeholder engagement.

Experience with multi‑cloud strategy – proven ability to design and implement solutions across multiple cloud providers.

Strong communication skills – ability to influence technical and non‑technical stakeholders to promote cloud‑first culture and ensure best practices are upheld.

About Us 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 business to achieve great results. Sherwin‑Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people.

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well‑being.

Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution.

Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities.

It’s all here for you… let’s create your possible.

We’re proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 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.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin‑Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of protected veterans.

Please be aware, Sherwin‑Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information during the application process.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Manufacturing and Engineering

Industries Chemical Manufacturing and Manufacturing

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