AEM Developer

Title : AEM Developer (Backend) Location: Hybrid onsite, 3 days in Boston (core days: Tues- Thurs) Duration: 6 - 10 months Start: ASAP Interview Process: 2 rounds, virtual Pay: $58-72/hour+ depending on experience 1. Core Technical Skills Java and J2EE : Proficiency in Java and Java-based frameworks (e.g., Spring, Hibernate) is essential. Sling Framework : Understanding Apache Sling, which is the web application framework used by AEM to map request URLs to content resources. OSGi Framework : Knowledge of OSGi (Open Services Gateway Initiative) for modular development and managing AEM bundles. JCR (Java Content Repository) : Familiarity with JCR, especially Apache Jackrabbit Oak, which is the repository used by AEM. RESTful APIs : Experience in developing and consuming REST APIs for integrations with third-party systems. HTL (HTML Template Language) : Understanding of HTL (formerly Sightly), the templating language used in AEM. 2. AEM-Specific Knowledge EM Components Development : Ability to create and customize AEM components, templates, and dialogs. Workflows : Experience in designing and implementing AEM workflows for automating content processes. Dispatcher Configuration : Knowledge of configuring AEM Dispatcher for caching and load balancing. Content Management : Familiarity with AEM content authoring, versioning, and publishing processes. EM Upgrades and Maintenance : Experience in upgrading AEM versions and maintaining the platform. 3. Frontend Integration While primarily a backend role, some understanding of frontend technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is helpful for integrating backend services with the frontend. 4. DevOps and Deployment Version Control : Proficiency in Git or other version control systems. Build Tools : Familiarity with tools like Maven or Gradle for building AEM projects. CI/CD Pipelines : Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools like Jenkins or Azure DevOps. Cloud Platforms : Knowledge of Adobe Experience Cloud. 5. Soft Skills Collaboration : Ability to work with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, designers, and content authors. Communication : Clear communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Time Management : Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 6. Optional but Valuable Skills Experience with Other Adobe Products : Knowledge of integrating AEM with Adobe Analytics, Adobe Target, or Adobe Campaign. Search Integration : Experience with search platforms like Apache Solr or Elasticsearch. Personalization and Targeting : Familiarity with AEM's personalization features and targeting capabilities.

Created: 2026-03-10