Senior Sitecore Engineer

Job Description:

Merkle, a dentsu company, powers the experience economy. For more than 35 years, Merkle has put people at the heart of its approach to digital business transformation. As the only integrated experience consultancy in the world with a heritage in data science and business performance, Merkle delivers holistic, end-to-end experiences that drive growth, engagement, and loyalty. Merkle's expertise has earned recognition as a "Leader" by top industry analyst firms, in categories such as digital transformation and commerce, experience design, engineering and technology integration, digital marketing, data science, CRM and loyalty, and customer data management. With more than 16,000 employees, Merkle operates in 30+ countries throughout the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. In Amsterdam and Rotterdam, more than 150 Merkle employees work with customers such as ASML, Albert Heijn, HEMA, Carglass and Signify. Merkle Netherlands is a strategic partner of Google, Adobe, Salesforce and Selligent, among others. For more information, visit www.merkle.com.

Role Overview:
 

We are looking for a talented and experienced Senior Sitecore Engineer to join our dynamic team. As Senior Sitecore Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining web and software solutions. You’ll work closely with our project managers, designers, and other developers to create seamless and efficient applications that meet our clients' needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain Sitecore-based web applications and websites.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including designers, front-end developers, and project managers to deliver exceptional digital experiences.
• Customize and extend the Sitecore CMS to meet client-specific requirements.
• Implement best practices for Sitecore development, including code reviews, unit testing, and continuous integration.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to Sitecore implementations.
• Mentor and guide junior developers, providing technical leadership and support.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure our solutions remain cutting-edge.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in Sitecore development.
• Strong proficiency in C#, .NET, and ASP.NET MVC.
• Experience with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React or Angular.
• Knowledge of Sitecore Helix principles and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Sitecore certification is a plus.

What We Offer

• An international working environment with colleagues from around the world.
• A challenging position at a successful company in a growing market.
• Plenty of time for fun activities at work, including foosball, table tennis, themed meetings, parties, and more.
• 3 extra days off (yes, at Merkle we take your well-being very seriously) - in addition to 25 annual vacation days, there are 3 Well-being Days.
• 2 Social Impact Days - you can volunteer for a charity of your choice.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities, including a wide range of personal and online training.
• A hybrid work model, with 2-3 days in the office and the rest working from home.
• A competitive salary and excellent secondary benefits.

Where will you work?

At our office, you’ll be part of a talented team of professionals with diverse backgrounds and expertise. We’re a group of problem solvers who are passionate about thinking beyond our niches and making the impossible possible. We pride ourselves on creating an atmosphere where initiative is encouraged, and fun is never in short supply. At Merkle, it’s all about the great people, the exciting challenges, and the positive vibes!

Diversity and Inclusion 
At dentsu we believe in the power of diversity. We welcome all applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. 
 

Contact:  
We look forward to receiving your application for any questions, please contact the Talent Acquisition lead in charge of this role: Thomas Holley, SeniorTalent Acquisition Partner, by email at: [email protected] #LI-MERKLE #LI-Onsite #LI-TH2 

Location:

Rotterdam

Brand:

Merkle

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)