AEM Technical Architect

Role Overview

• Serve as the primary technical expert for AEM-based content sites, guiding the team on best practices, architecture, and solution design within the AEM ecosystem
• Drive the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance AEM solutions, including performance optimization strategies, efficient front-end integrations, and robust back-end system integrations
• Provide technical direction and oversight for AEM development efforts, ensuring adherence to architectural standards, project timelines, and enterprise-grade solutions tailored to business needs
• Lead initiatives to evaluate, recommend, and implement enhancements to the AEM technology stack and related workflows to drive operational efficiencies and improve content delivery
• Define best practices for AEM development, deployment, and governance across multiple platforms
• Ensure performance, scalability, and security of AEM applications, integrating with policy administration systems, CRM platforms, and analytics tools for unified customer experiences
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of AEM developers and QA engineers, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high team productivity
• Establish and enforce development best practices, coding standards, and conduct thorough code reviews to maintain code quality and system integrity
• Facilitate effective collaboration within the technical team and with cross-functional stakeholders, including global teams, requiring flexibility for off-hours communication
• Guide development teams on AEM architecture, code quality, and reusable component design
• Maintain hands-on proficiency in front-end development, including advanced CSS techniques, HTML5, JavaScript (React, Angular, or Vue.js experience is a plus), to ensure optimal user experience and pixel-perfect implementation of designs
• Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers to translate Figma designs into functional and visually appealing AEM components and templates
• Leverage familiarity with web analytics platforms (e.g., Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics), A/B testing methodologies, and personalization strategies to enhance user engagement and drive continuous improvement of our digital platforms
• Work to implement features that support these optimization efforts within AEM, understanding SEO principles and accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG)
• Possess a strong ability to understand complex business requirements and effectively translate them into detailed technical specifications and actionable development plans
• Collaborate with marketing, products, development, and design teams to translate business and marketing strategies into scalable, efficient web solutions
• Act as a strategic partner to marketing technology teams to support demand generation and lead quality through optimized web channel execution
• Support presales and solutioning activities by providing domain-aligned AEM strategies and estimations
• Oversee or contribute to the development, authoring, and publishing of high-quality digital content using AEM with a focus on technical accuracy, user engagement, and strategic impact
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline content creation, approval, and publishing processes leveraging AEM capabilities and integrations
• Customize and extend AEM authoring interfaces to optimize editorial productivity and user experience, balancing innovation with governance
• Manage digital assets and metadata within AEM DAM, ensuring best practices in tagging, versioning, and accessibility.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in web development, with at least 5+ years specifically focused on Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)
• Demonstrated expertise in the AEM ecosystem, including AEM components, templates, OSGi services, Sightly/HTL, JCR, and AEM administration
• Proven experience in architecting and implementing large-scale, content-rich AEM solutions, particularly for corporate, marketing, or insurance industry websites
• Strong understanding of performance optimization techniques for AEM sites, including caching strategies, dispatcher configuration, and front-end performance best practices
• Proficiency in front-end technologies: HTML5, CSS3 (Sass/Less), JavaScript (React, Angular, or Vue.js experience is a plus)
• Strong hands-on experience with Adobe Experience Manager including Sites, Assets, and Forms
• Deep understanding of specific business processes (e.g., insurance processes like policy servicing, claims, underwriting, and customer engagement) is highly desirable
• Proficiency in Java, J2EE
• Experience with AEM integrations using RESTful APIs, SOAP services, and third-party systems
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud hosting models for AEM
• Familiarity with digital marketing concepts, including web analytics (e.g., Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics), A/B testing platforms, and personalization engines
• Experience establishing coding standards, conducting code reviews, and implementing CI/CD pipelines for AEM projects
• Experience working with design tools like Figma and translating designs into technical implementations
• Working knowledge of content management systems (CMS), with a strong preference for AEM certification
• Understanding of website analytics and the ability to interpret data to make recommendations/drive decisions
• Knowledge of SEO principles and their application to website development
• Familiarity with UX/UI design principles and best practices, including accessibility standards and practices (e.g., WCAG)
• Strong project management skills and experience with related tools (e.g., Workfront, Jira)
• Enthusiasm for embracing AI in workflows, including using existing resources and creating new agents within our environment.

Tech Stack

• AEM
• Angular
• Cloud
• J2EE
• Java
• JavaScript
• React
• SCSS
• SOAP
• Vue.js

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance
• life insurance
• disability
• paid time off
• 401(k)