Senior Sitecore developer/ Architect

Client of MM Management Consultant

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Sitecore Developer / Architect to lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance Sitecore solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Sitecore headless architecture, including Sitecore JSS and XM Cloud, and a strong foundation in .NET-based application development. This individual will play a critical role in guiding the technical direction, ensuring best practices, and mentoring the development team in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust, scalable, and maintainable Sitecore headless solutions using Sitecore JSS, GraphQL, and XM Cloud.
• Architect and develop Sitecore solutions using Helix principles, SXA, and reusable components that align with business and technical requirements.
• Collaborate with UX, front-end, and backend teams to integrate Sitecore with React.js or Next.js front-end frameworks.
• Build and manage Sitecore components, templates, layouts, rendering variants, and content items in a multi-site, multi-language environment.
• Configure and extend Sitecore content authoring workflows, personalization, and editorial tools for marketing and content teams.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for Sitecore deployments using tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions.
• Integrate Sitecore with external systems and APIs (REST/GraphQL) for dynamic content and digital experiences.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize Sitecore implementations to ensure high performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Lead technical discussions, perform code reviews, and enforce Sitecore best practices across the team.
• Provide architectural guidance on Sitecore XP and suggest alternative paths for XM Cloud.
• Document architecture decisions, data flows, deployment strategies, and design guidelines for long-term maintainability.
• Stay up to date on Sitecore roadmap and new features (e.g., Experience Edge, Static Site Generation) and introduce innovations when relevant.

Required Skills and Experience

• Extensive hands-on experience with Sitecore (v10.x), including Sitecore Headless Services, JSS, and XM Cloud.
• Strong understanding and implementation experience of Helix architecture and modular Sitecore development.
• Experience with Sitecore SXA (Sitecore Experience Accelerator).
• Strong front-end development skills: JavaScript, HTML, CSS, jQuery, and Bootstrap.
• Backend experience using ASP.NET , C#, MVC, and SQL Server.
• Experience with React.js or Next.js, especially in Sitecore headless implementations.
• Expertise in GraphQL, REST APIs, and client-side data integration strategies.
• Experience with Git and source control workflows (GitFlow, PR reviews, branching strategies).
• Experience with CI/CD automation pipelines, Docker, and Sitecore containers.
• Experience integrating Sitecore with third-party systems.
• Strong skills in debugging, unit testing, performance tuning, and optimizing Sitecore applications.
• Sitecore Developer Certification or XM Cloud Professional certification.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Experience with Azure PaaS, Sitecore Managed Cloud, or container-based deployments (Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with Sitecore Content Hub, Experience Edge, or Sitecore s composable DXP offerings.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
• Experience with personalization, analytics.
• Agile/Scrum team experience, participation in sprint ceremonies, and user story refinement.

Soft Skills & Leadership Expectations

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable Sitecore architectures.
• Experience mentoring junior developers, reviewing code, and driving technical excellence.
• Proactive problem solver with attention to detail and a passion for delivering high-quality digital solutions.
• Strong documentation and stakeholder communication skills.

Education

• Bachelor s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)