Job Description
Job Description
This role provides an excellent opportunity to work on the cdmsmith.com Sitecore-based website and contribute to its ongoing maintenance, updates, and migration to Sitecore XM Cloud.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
• Website Maintenance: Assist in maintaining and supporting the cdmsmith.com Sitecore-based website to ensure optimal performance and deliver a world-class user experience.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications and Business Technology teams to implement updates, enhancements, and optimizations on the Sitecore platform.
• Development Participation: Engage in Sitecore development tasks, including building components, templates, and layouts, as well as integrating C#/.NET customizations.
• Learning and Application: Learn and apply Sitecore architecture, development processes, and best practices with guidance from senior developers.
• Migration Contribution: Contribute to the migration of the existing site to Sitecore XM Cloud and develop skills in headless development (Next.js).
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Sitecore team and external consultants on design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of the website.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on Sitecore features, updates, and related technology trends, emphasizing continuous learning.
• Requirements Translation: Translate business requirements into technical specifications and collaborate with senior developers to implement effective solutions.
Job Requirements:
• Technical Skills:
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Strong understanding of C# and .NET, especially in the context of Sitecore development (Sitecore 9.3 and above).
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Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and some exposure to frameworks like Tailwind CSS and TypeScript.
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Knowledge of Sitecore Helix architecture and basic CMS principles, such as content templates and workflows.
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Willingness to learn modern JavaScript frameworks like React or Next.js and contribute to headless development.
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Exposure to version control (Git) for code management.
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Good knowledge of SQL Server for managing Sitecore databases and querying data.
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Basic understanding of Solr-based search engines.
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Desire to learn and work with Sitecore tools such as Sitecore PowerShell Extensions (SPE) and serialization tools (TDS or Unicorn).
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Eagerness to pursue Sitecore XM Cloud and Next.js certifications (guidance will be provided).
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Soft Skills:
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Excellent communication skills and a strong desire to learn.
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Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or related discipline.
3+ years of experience working with Sitecore CMS, including developing components, layouts, templates, and workflows.
