AEM Developer

AEM Developer

Our client is seeking an Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Developer to build and enhance enterprise-level digital experiences using Adobe Experience Manager and modern front-end technologies. This role combines back-end AEM development with front-end expertise to deliver scalable, responsive, and accessible web applications while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has strong experience with AEM Sites, HTL/Sightly, Java, JavaScript frameworks, REST APIs, and Agile development practices.

Daily Tasks & Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain web applications and digital experiences using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM).
• Build reusable AEM components, templates, dialogs, and workflows using Touch UI, HTL/Sightly, Granite UI, and Coral UI.
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, designers, and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Develop responsive, mobile-first user interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks such as React or Angular.
• Integrate AEM applications with RESTful APIs and enterprise services.
• Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and technical design sessions to ensure scalable and maintainable solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following established development standards and design patterns.
• Test, troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing applications for performance, accessibility, and SEO.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation using tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, standups, retrospectives, and backlog refinement.
• Review peer code and provide constructive feedback through pull requests.
• Maintain technical documentation and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay current on emerging Adobe Experience Cloud technologies and front-end development best practices.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience developing solutions with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM).
• 2+ years of experience working with enterprise Content Management Systems (CMS).
• 2+ years of experience developing web-based applications.
• Experience building AEM templates, components, dialogs, and configuring the AEM Web Console.
• Strong knowledge of HTL/Sightly, Touch UI, Granite UI, and Coral UI.
• Experience developing with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive web design principles.
• Experience integrating applications using RESTful APIs and web services.
• Understanding of software architecture, object-oriented programming, and design patterns.
• Experience working within Agile/Scrum development environments.
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Adobe Experience Cloud products including Sites, Assets, Forms, Commerce, Analytics, Mobile Services, or LiveCycle.
• Experience with React, Angular, or other modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Knowledge of component-based architecture and Atomic Design principles.
• Experience with responsive, mobile-first development and accessibility (WCAG) best practices.
• Experience with CSS preprocessors including Sass, SCSS, or LESS.
• Familiarity with Git and GitFlow workflows.
• Experience using Webpack or similar front-end build tools.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Jest or Mocha.
• Knowledge of linting, code quality tools, and automated pre-commit checks.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar automation tools.
• Understanding of web performance optimization methodologies such as RAIL and PRPL.
• Working knowledge of Java server-side development.
• Previous experience in a consulting, agency, or professional services environment.
• Familiarity with digital marketing, communications, or advertising technologies.