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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Application Development Manager - **Company:** Avantium - **Location:** Amsterdam, Netherlands - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software Engineering, Technical Data Management Systems - **Published:** October 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.nl/details/5696220153 ## About the Role * Bachelors, Master's or PhD degree in chemistry/polymer/engineering, or in general (applied) - science * At least 5 years of relevant work experience * Experience in application development or technical sales in polymer film/sheet extrusion, paper coating, plastic packaging development or similar * Experience with biobased polymers is highly preferred * The ability to communicate clearly, transferring complex information both verbally and in writing to a broad range of internal and external stakeholders * The ability to analyse and summarize complex technical data into overviews and actionable insights to diverse stakeholders * The ability and eagerness to initiate, develop and maintain relationships with prospects, partners, industry groups and associations * Languages: Fluent in English, being able to speak more languages is desirable * You are willing to travel up to 30-50% of your time ## Description We are looking for an Application Development Manager who will be responsible for the application development of our Volta products, with a focus on PLGA, a CO2 based polymer with exceptional technical performance that will be applied in the packaging industry. The Application Development Manager will report to the Chief Product Officer. Responsibilities The key objective of the Application Development Manager is to manage application development programs that support the develop, scale-up and commercialization of the Volta Technology. To achieve this, you will: * Collaborate with customers and internal and external R&D laboratories * Maintain and grow a network of partner labs and manage outsourced projects for application & product development * Serve as technical interface between the customer and our Business Development during sample validation phase, and oversee and attend trials at customers * Develop application development reports/ brochures ensuring scientific excellence and clarity, with an emphasis on translating the implications to business purposes. * Maintain a knowledge base of competitive position industrial practices & standards for PLGA in the target application areas, thereby developing the (technical part of the) customer business case with Business Development in all markets of interest. * Conceptualize and initiate product development projects with (external) partners based on customer needs and feedback * Be responsible for activities related to all technical product compliance, statements, and registrations (regulatory affairs) together with the support from regulatory and business development colleagues. * Support the business unit in grant applications and execution of awarded projects. * Represent Avantium at conferences: build relationships with external contacts and lead generation: scout opportunities for meaningful partnerships from an application development perspective. ## Related Videos - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [The Avengers Initiative (Practical Ethics for Software Engineers)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2070-the-avengers-initiative-practical-ethics-for-software-engineers) - [Why you shouldn’t build a microservice architecture ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/261-why-you-shouldn-t-build-a-microservice-architecture) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Official Opening of WeAreDevelopers World Congress 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100000-official-opening-of-wearedevelopers-world-congress-2026) - [I broke the production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/484-i-broke-the-production) ## Related Articles - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [The Netherlands – Europe’s powerhouse for software development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/31-the-netherlands-europe-s-powerhouse-for-software-development) - [How to Find Tech Jobs in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/279-how-to-find-tech-jobs-in-amsterdam) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023) - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers)