We are looking for AEM Tech Lead for our client in New York City, NY
Job Title: AEM Tech Lead
Job Location: New York City, NY
Job Type: Contract
Job Overview:
Pay Range: $60hr - $65hr
Requirement/Must Have:
- 8 to 12+ years of experience in digital platforms, with 5+ years in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM).
- Strong expertise in AEM Sites, Assets (DAM), Forms.
- Headless CMS (Content Fragments, GraphQL).
- AEM Core Components and Editable Templates.
- Strong hands-on development in Java / J2EE (Spring, Servlets).
- JavaScript (ES6+, React/Angular preferred).
Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end architecture and implementation of AEM-based digital platforms, covering both headless (API-first) and headful (template-driven) architectures.
- Define scalable and reusable solution patterns using Content Fragments, Experience Fragments, GraphQL APIs, and SPA frameworks.
- Drive adoption of AEM as a Cloud Service (AEMaaCS), including cloud-native architecture, CI/CD, and containerized deployments.
- Design and develop AEM components, templates, workflows, and services using Sling Models, OSGi, and HTL.
- Build and manage AEM Sites and Assets (DAM) for enterprise content and digital asset management.
- Integrate AEM with enterprise systems via REST/SOAP APIs and middleware platforms.
- Implement scalable caching, CDN strategies, and performance optimization.
- Integrate AEM with Adobe Analytics, Adobe Launch, and other Experience Cloud solutions to enable data-driven personalization and insights.
- Support advanced use cases such as personalization, content targeting, and omnichannel experience delivery.
- Lead development of headless CMS solutions leveraging GraphQL, JSON APIs, and modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular).
- Deliver high-quality front-end experiences with JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, ensuring responsive and accessible UI.
- Define and implement CI/CD pipelines, DevOps processes, and automated deployments for AEM environments.
- Manage AEM environments (Author, Publish, Dispatcher) aligned with best practices.
- Drive modernization initiatives including migration from on-prem AEM to AEM Cloud Service.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to distributed development teams.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders, marketing teams, and architects to align solutions with business goals.
- Own technical governance, code quality, and platform scalability.
Nice to Have:
- Experience in Financial Services / Insurance industry (CX transformation use cases).
- Adobe certifications (AEM Developer / Architect).
- Experience in large-scale, multi-region AEM implementations.
- Exposure to personalization, CDP, or MarTech platforms.
Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and architecture skills.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex programs.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder alignment capabilities.
- Passion for innovation in digital experience and customer engagement.
Education and Experience:
- Deep understanding of Sling, OSGi, JCR repository.
- AEM workflows, content modeling, and personalization.
- Multi-site management, localization, and governance.
- Experience with AEM as a Cloud Service (AEMaaCS).
- Hands-on experience with Adobe Analytics (tracking, data layer, reporting).
- Adobe Launch / Tag Management.
- Adobe Experience Cloud integrations.
- Understanding of digital marketing ecosystem and content lifecycle.
- Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub, Maven).
- Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
- Performance optimization and scalability.
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Benefits
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities
Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.
About Cynet Systems
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.
As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.
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