Optimizely Programmer (CMS & Commerce)

Avanti Recruitment is currently working with an ever-growing software company with a flourishing customer base. Specializing in creating bespoke software solutions for individual companies, they pride themselves on writing strong, clean, and scalable code. They're seeking an experienced and qualified Optimizely Programmer to join their team, focusing on Optimizely CMS and Commerce Cloud with hands-on experience in the latest version of the platform.

Location: Remote/Hybrid (Spalding)
Salary: £50,000-£60,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

About the Company

This innovative company has been expanding since its creation over 13 years ago. Soon to be a Microsoft gold partner, they offer fantastic training opportunities and exposure to the latest software. You'll be working closely with clients in small specialist teams, operating from modern offices with the latest hardware. The company culture encourages having a true say in upcoming projects, providing a great environment for professional growth and development.

The Role

As part of the development team, you will be responsible for delivering enterprise-grade Optimizely solutions that are scalable, secure, and user-centric. You will contribute to full lifecycle development, from design to deployment, and play a critical role in driving forward modern digital platforms for a range of high-profile clients.

What You'll Be Doing

• Designing, developing, and maintaining web applications using the latest version of Optimizely CMS and Commerce
• Implementing and customizing Optimizely features and third-party integrations
• Writing clean, scalable, and maintainable C# and .NET code
• Working closely with designers, front-end developers, and business analysts
• Optimizing performance, security, and usability across Optimizely-powered websites
• Participating in code reviews, sprint planning, and technical discussions
• Providing technical documentation and knowledge transfer as required

What We're Looking For

• Strong commercial experience working with Optimizely CMS and Commerce (formerly Episerver)
• Proficiency in C#, ASP.NET, MVC, and modern development practices
• Experience in implementing Optimizely DXP, including cloud hosting, personalization, and experimentation features
• Optimizely Certification (Developer or Commerce Specialist) is required
• Experience working with APIs and integrations (REST, GraphQL, etc.)
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and deployment pipelines
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue)
• Experience with Azure, Optimizely Search & Navigation, and Content Recommendations
• Background in agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
• Familiarity with headless CMS approaches and JAMstack principles

What's In It for You?

• Competitive salary (£50,000-£60,000 based on experience)
• Flexible working options (remote or office-based)
• Opportunity to work with high-profile clients
• Work with the latest versions of Optimizely platforms
• Being part of small, specialist teams with direct client interaction

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Optimizely developer looking to apply their specialized skills on high-impact projects in a growing company. If you have the required Optimizely certification and experience with the latest platform versions, we would love to hear from you.