Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize web applications on Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) as a Cloud Service (AEMaaCS). This role requires deep expertise in AEM architecture, cloud-based infrastructure, and modern full-stack development. You will be responsible for designing scalable, high-performance content management solutions, optimizing cloud-based deployments, and integrating AEM with various enterprise services.

As a Princ Software Engineer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior developers, and drive best practices in AEM development, deployment, and cloud services.

What You Will Do:

Design, develop, and maintain AEM Cloud Service solutions focusing on AEM Sites, AEM Assets, and AEM Headless capabilities.Develop custom AEM components, templates, workflows, and services using Sling Models, OSGi, HTL (Sightly), and JCR (Oak Repository).Architect and implement AEM Cloud-based solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and performance optimization.Integrate AEM with third-party services such as Adobe Analytics, Adobe Target, Adobe Commerce, and external APIs.Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Adobe Cloud Manager, Git, Maven, and Jenkins to streamline AEM deployments.Optimize AEM Dispatcher rules and caching strategies for high-performance content delivery and security compliance.Troubleshoot AEM infrastructure issues related to authoring, publishing, and dispatcher layers, ensuring minimal downtime.Implement best practices for AEM security, including ACLs, user permissions, authentication mechanisms, and security audits.Collaborate with UI/UX teams to ensure seamless frontend integration using React, Angular, or JavaScript frameworks.Lead code reviews, mentor junior developers, and establish best practices in AEM development and cloud-based deployments.Stay up to date with AEM advancements and contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the team.

What You Need to Be Successful in This Role:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience in software development.6 – 8+ years of hands-on experience in AEM development, including AEM as a Cloud Service (AEMaaCS).Expertise in AEM architecture, Sling Models, OSGi bundles, JCR repository, and AEM workflows.Strong experience in developing AEM components, templates, and integrations with third-party services.Deep understanding of Adobe Cloud Manager, AEM Dispatcher, and cloud-native deployments (AWS, Azure, GCP).Experience with front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js for headless AEM implementations.Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and RESTful API development for AEM integrations.Strong knowledge of CI/CD tools (Maven, Jenkins, Git, Adobe Cloud Manager) for automated AEM deployments.Experience in optimizing AEM performance through caching, indexing, and dispatcher configurations.Understanding of AEM security best practices, authentication mechanisms, and access control.Experience integrating AEM with Adobe solutions like Adobe Analytics, Adobe Target, and Adobe Commerce is a strong plus.Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, with the ability to troubleshoot AEM production issues.Ability to lead technical discussions, mentor junior developers, and contribute to architectural decisions.

Bonus Skills (Preferred, But Not Required):

Adobe Certified Expert - AEM Developer or Architect Certification.Experience with GraphQL, Adobe I/O Runtime, or AEM Headless APIs.Familiarity with Terraform, Kubernetes, or Docker for cloud-native deployments.Knowledge of eCommerce platforms and AEM Commerce integration.

Why Join Us?

Work on cutting-edge AEM Cloud Services implementations for high-profile projects.Collaborate with a team of seasoned AEM experts and software engineers.Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth in Adobe Experience Cloud technologies.Continuous learning opportunities

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