We are Future, a global multi-platform media company with big goals and the talent to bring them to life. Together, we connect people to their passions through the high-quality content we create and the innovative technology we pioneer.

Future's Technology department has been instrumental in the company's success over recent years and is vital to Future's continued growth and disruption of the digital publishing industry.

As part of the strategy around GoCompare's acquisition by Future, we're putting in a technology roadmap for re-platforming our domain around an API-first, cloud-based serverless architecture to become the leading PCW service. As part of this, we are looking to Re-engineer our Salesforce Marketing Cloud Technical approach to drive optimization and reuse.

What you'll be doing

The Senior Salesforce Marketing Cloud Engineer will play a critical role in developing marketing solutions that enhance our customer interactions and drive business growth. This senior position requires a combination of strategic planning and technical expertise to ensure the effective deployment and optimization of our Salesforce Marketing Cloud environment.

Reporting to the Salesforce Automation Manager, you will define the technical specification of new features and services, and ensure that the team maintains and improves the existing codebase. You will ensure changes are scalable, tested, and developed following best practices.

Working closely with Engineering, Product and CRM teams you will ensure that all campaigns, channels and products integrate reliably. You will also expect to mentor engineers, junior/graduate engineers & trainee engineers, contributing to their growth and knowledge, and review their code.

Your opinion matters within your role - your peers will look to you as a key player within the team. You will be expected to make key decisions that are in line with the technical roadmap & replatform, and be able to explain to other members of the wider team (both technical and non-technical) to support your decisions.

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve

• Possess a deep understanding of SFMC's data architecture and contact mappings
• Advanced SQL and Data Modeling: Beyond basic SQL, ability to perform complex queries and create sophisticated data models and audiences .
• 5+ years of hands on experience working in an implementation facing environment delivering enterprise level solutions
• Proficiency in AMPscript and SSJS: Skills in Salesforce Marketing Cloud's scripting languages to customise data handling and user experiences dynamically.
• Integration Expertise: Experience with integrating SFMC (Marketing cloud connect) with other Salesforce clouds (like Sales Cloud and Service Cloud) and external systems via API and SFTP protocols.
• Experience of HTML/CSS and JavaScript: For creating personalised and responsive email templates and cloud pages.
• A solid understanding of customer relationship management (CRM) and web based channels.
• Some knowledge of GDPR data governance policies and handling of PII data
• Experience working with data views

What's in it for you

The expected range for this role is £60,000- £65,000

This is a UK, Remote-based role

… Plus more great perks, which include;

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan

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Who are we…

We're Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We've got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we're looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are.

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That's why we're building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It's not just about what you bring to the table — it's about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn't just good for business. It's the Future.

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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