Software Development Engineer II - SDE II in Welwyn Garden City

Energy Jobline ZR; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy job board is seeking a Software Development Engineer II for a 6-month contract in Welwyn Garden City. The role involves optimizing the Adobe Experience Platform and enhancing customer journeys. Candidates should have proven experience with Adobe tools and strong skills in data modelling and marketing automation. This opportunity offers a competitive rate in an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience with Adobe Experience Platform and Adobe Journey Optimizer.
• Strong understanding of marketing automation and customer journey orchestration.
• Experience with REST APIs, JSON, and data formats like Parquet.

Responsibilities

• Administer and configure AEP and AJO environments.
• Collaborate with the targeting team to set up journey entry conditions.
• Monitor data flows and troubleshoot ingestion issues.

Skills

Adobe Experience Platform

Adobe Journey Optimizer

Marketing automation

Data modelling

REST APIs

JavaScript

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Adobe Experience Cloud

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job Description

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, beliefs, orientations, identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

Role: SDE II

Duration: 6 months

Location: Welwyn Garden City (2-3 Days in Office)

Rate: £700 inside umbrella

Are you ready to take your technical skills to the next level? Our client is seeking a talented Software Development Engineer II (SDE II) to join their dynamic team! If you're passionate about enhancing customer experiences through innovative technology, this is the opportunity for you!

Role Summary

As an SDE II, you will be at the forefront of technical configuration and optimization for Adobe Experience Platform (AEP) and Adobe Journey Optimizer (AJO). This pivotal role supports marketing, product, and IT teams in designing, testing, and maintaining customer journeys while ensuring platform stability and performance. Note that campaign setup and management are handled by our dedicated Marketing Production and Targeting teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and configure AEP and AJO environments, including schemas, identities, and namespaces.
• Collaborate with the targeting team to set up journey entry conditions based on events and external triggers.
• Work closely with data engineers to align XDM schemas and enrich profiles.
• Ensure seamless ingestion and stitching of data for a unified customer view.
• Monitor data flows and troubleshoot ingestion issues via APIs, SDKs, and connectors.
• Manage integration between AEP/AJO, Adobe RTCDP, Offer Decisioning, and Analytics.
• Handle webhook endpoints and Real Time triggers for external system interactions.
• Utilize journey testing and monitoring tools to maintain quality and performance.
• Conduct audits and collaborate with the targeting team to implement improvements for campaign efficiency.
• Keep comprehensive platform documentation and change logs.

Required Skills & Experience

• Extensive hands‑on experience with Adobe Experience Platform and Adobe Journey Optimizer.
• Strong understanding of marketing automation and customer journey orchestration.
• Proficiency in data modelling, XDM schemas, and resolution.
• Experience with REST APIs, JSON, and data formats like Parquet.
• Familiarity with Adobe Experience Cloud tools (Target, Analytics, Campaign).
• Scripting experience in JavaScript, Python, or Node.js is a plus.
• Experience with CDP platforms (eg, Segment, Tealium, ActionIQ) is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Adobe certifications in AEP or AJO are highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Attributes

• Analytical mindset with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with marketing, IT, and data teams.
• Proactive problem‑solver with a passion for digital experience optimization.

Adecco is a confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.