Lead Enterprise Platform Solution Architect

The Lead Enterprise Platform Engineering Solution Architect role is responsible for providing technical leadership to cross-functional teams in the design and implementation of comprehensive system/product architectures that effectively integrate with Sherwin’s overall DT infrastructure and support key business objectives. The incumbent will be responsible for evaluating program or project challenges, creating conceptual and logical architectural designs that alleviate challenges, and providing technical guidance in implementing those designs for Enterprise Resource planning, Supply chain management and other Enterprise applications. This will require collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve system design weaknesses, ensuring high-quality performance and maintainability of the specific hardware and software systems. The Incumbent will ensure that solution architectures align with the overall Enterprise Architecture and meet business requirements. 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. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in: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 PossibleAt 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 . 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.Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.Sherwin-Williams is 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 like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or in lieu of a degree, at least 9 years of experience in experience in IT 6+ years of experience in IT or a solution architecture roleProven experience in designing complex hardware and software solutions for large-scale IT systemsExpertise in collaborating, communication, and presenting with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact business solutionsExtensive knowledge of modern architectural patterns, frameworks, and industry best practicesExpertise with cloud computing, data center operations, network design, and security best practicesExcellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to innovate and think creatively Preferred Qualifications:Expert-level architecture certification (e.g., TOGAF, CISSP) 6+ years of experience in driving and delivering solution architecture for large scale Enterprise Resource planning (ERP) systems like Oracle Cloud Fusion Applications, Oracle EBS, NetSuite, SAP, Infor, or others Adept in developing and implementing solutions using microservices architecture and cloud platforms like Azure, AWS or Google cloud Technical Skills Cloud Technologies & PlatformsProgramming LanguagesWeb Services & APIs, including Microservices and SOAData AnalysisArchitecture Governance & StandardsPrompt EngineeringData Warehousing & ETL ProcessesSolution Architecture PatternsSoftware Development Lifecyle (SDLC) MethodologyEmerging Technologies and Automation ToolsSoftware Testing & Quality Assurance Methodologies & ToolsBusiness Strategy DevelopmentChange Management Travel: 10%Provide expert guidance in designing and implementing highly complex, integrated frameworks, tech-stacks, systems, and platforms that align with and drive the organization's IT strategy and business objectives​Lead and oversee the entire process of developing application components and integrations, ensuring all solutions align with the business objectives, enterprise architecture, and performance goals​Develop and implement best practices and standards for processes and technical specifications related to hardware and software compatibility, system interfaces, and business application prototypes​Lead the effort to continuously research and analyze industry trends and emerging technologies to inform architectural decisions​Develop and maintain effective working relationships with cross-functional teams, including software developers, business analysts, enterprise architects, and product managers to ensure the successful adoption of industry-leading design and architecture practices​Provide strategic direction on the development of architectural frameworks, patterns, and standards used across multiple products or systems​Provide technical expertise in the evaluation, selection, and implementation of next-generation technical initiatives, while also offering guidance as complex technology issues arise​Lead the technical evaluation of new solutions to ensure alignment with existing frameworks and standards defined across the organization ​Champion and guide the extended team to adopt and implement leading-edge design and architect practices​Foster cross-functional collaboration among a diverse range of stakeholders across the business to ensure that product and solution design align with architectural principles, policies, standards, and frameworks This position is not hybrid/remote and will be located at our Cleveland Headquarters office.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 olderPosting Date: 2026-08-12