Adobe AEP Lead Engineer :: Alpharetta, GA

Role Name: Adobe AEP Lead Engineer
Location: Alpharetta, GA

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end implementation, design, development, and deployment of solutions on Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), including Real-Time CDP, Journey Orchestration, and Customer AI
• Define and implement data strategies for customer segmentation, personalization, and activation across channels
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to align AEP capabilities with marketing, analytics, and customer experience goals
• Develop scalable and secure data pipelines for ingesting, transforming, and activating customer data using AEP tools such as Data Collection, Data Lake, and Identity Services
• Design and implement schemas using XDM (Experience Data Model) and ensure data governance and compliance
• Integrate AEP with other Adobe Experience Cloud products (Adobe Analytics, Adobe Target, Adobe CJA) and third-party systems (CRMs, DMPs, cloud data warehouses)
• Provide thought leadership in Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) and Data Management Platforms (DMPs)
• Conduct training sessions and create documentation for end users and stakeholders
• Provide expert guidance on APIs and integration strategies, including implementation considerations and best practices
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure data integrity and security
• Stay updated with AEP product enhancements and industry best practices to continuously improve system usage

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field
• 9+ years of experience in digital experience platforms
• 4+ years of experience in AEP implementation
• 3–4 years of hands-on Adobe Experience Platform (AEP) development experience
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, Python, RESTful APIs, JSON, and XML
• Experience with data warehousing, data modeling, and data quality best practices
• Expertise in Adobe Launch and Web SDK
• Deep understanding of AEP suite including XDM, Web SDKs, and APIs
• Experience integrating AEP with Adobe Target, Customer Journey Analytics, Adobe Campaign, and other MarTech platforms
• Experience designing and developing data pipelines and integrations using AEP
• Strong understanding of data modeling, governance, and security best practices
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve data quality issues and performance bottlenecks
• Experience collaborating with marketing, product, and data science teams to enhance customer experience
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations including GDPR, CCPA, and DPDP Act
• Ability to analyze data trends and provide business intelligence recommendations
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management principles
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional initiatives
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with at least one public cloud provider/CDP
• Experience using AI-powered coding assistants such as GitHub Copilot

Preferred Skills

• Adobe Certified Expert – Adobe Experience Platform or AJO
• Experience with Adobe Experience Platform Web SDK and Mobile SDK
• Knowledge of Adobe Journey Optimizer and Customer AI
• Exposure to marketing automation platforms and Customer Data Platforms (CDPs)