Optimizely CMS Editor

Optimizely CMS Editor at Exarca Inc.

This Optimizely CMS Editor role at Exarca Inc. is a contract position for 6+ months, available for W2 or 1099 candidates. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in constructing and managing Optimizely v12 websites, ensuring content quality and consistency across all digital properties.

Role Responsibilities

• Construct and manage Optimizely v12 websites utilizing predefined templates, blocks, and components.
• Work closely with UX/design and development teams to build pages accurately according to visual and functional specifications.
• Organize content, media assets, and metadata, aligning them with established content models and information architecture.
• Perform layout quality assurance (QA) and coordinate with QA testers to validate proper rendering across various devices and browsers.
• Serve as a CMS Subject Matter Expert (SME) to other editors or contributors, ensuring high quality and consistency across all sites.

Required Skills

• 4+ years of hands-on experience building websites in Optimizely CMS (v11 or v12 required).
• Familiarity with Optimizely page types, block types, media libraries, and content publishing workflows.
• Ability to work independently and at scale within multi-site, multi-page environments.
• Understanding of SEO basics, web accessibility standards (WCAG), and responsive design best practices.
• Comfortable interpreting wireframes, visual designs, and content guides.

Soft Skills & Requirements

• Meticulous attention to detail combined with strong organizational skills.
• Availability for daily standups and collaboration with U.S.-based designers and project managers.
• Ability to troubleshoot CMS-related issues and coordinate effectively with technical teams as needed.

Key skills/competency

• Optimizely CMS
• Content Management
• Website Building
• SEO Best Practices
• Accessibility (WCAG)
• Responsive Design
• Wireframes
• Visual Design
• Metadata Management
• QA Testing