R&D Group Lead – Automotive Color Software Development

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.

• 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.

• 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

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