Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Backend Developer

Creative Capsule; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Capsule is seeking a Backend Developer for Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) to design, develop, test, and maintain backend solutions for AEM-based applications, with strong hands-on experience in Java, OSGi, Sling Models, Sling Servlets, Sling Schedulers, JCR, and AEM APIs.

The role focuses on secure, scalable backend services and AEM Cloud Service deployments, collaborating with project teams to deliver high-quality digital solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of backend development experience including hands-on AEM backend development.
• Strong Java, OSGi, Sling Models, Sling Servlets, Sling Schedulers experience.
• Experience with AEM as a Cloud Service and Adobe Cloud Manager, including deployments.
• Proficient in backend development and repository operations with Maven and Git.
• Experience writing automated unit tests using JUnit and Mockito.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and AEM functionality using Java, OSGi, Sling Models, Servlets, and Schedulers
• Develop secure content and repository operations with JCR and ResourceResolver
• Build and support integrations between AEM and third-party platforms
• Create automated unit tests with JUnit, Mockito, and AEM/Sling Mocks
• Troubleshoot backend issues and optimize AEM code for performance and security
• Manage builds and source control with Maven and Git
• Support deployments and cloud-based AEM as a Cloud Service using AEM Cloud Manager

Skills

Java

OSGi

Sling Models

Sling Servlets

Sling Schedulers

JCR

ResourceResolver

AEM APIs

AEM as a Cloud Service

Adobe Cloud Manager

Maven

Git

JUnit

Mockito

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline

Tools

Maven

Git

JUnit

Mockito

AEM Mocks

Job description

The Backend Developer - Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) will design, develop, test, and maintain backend solutions for AEM-based applications. The role requires strong hands‑on experience in Java, Apache Sling, OSGi, JCR, AEM APIs, integrations, and AEM as a Cloud Service. The position holder will contribute to reliable, scalable, secure, and maintainable backend services while working closely with project teams and stakeholders to deliver high‑quality digital solutions.

Responsibilities:

Core/Primary:

• - Design, develop, and maintain backend services and custom AEM functionality using Java, OSGi, Sling Models, Sling Servlets, and Sling Schedulers
• - Develop secure and efficient content and repository operations using JCR, ResourceResolver, and AEM APIs
• - Build and support integrations between AEM and third‑party platforms, services, and data sources
• - Create automated unit tests using JUnit, Mockito, and AEM/Sling Mocks to ensure code quality and maintainability
• - Troubleshoot backend issues and optimize AEM code for performance, reliability, security, and scalability
• - Manage builds, dependencies, source control, and code reviews using Maven and Git
• - Support deployments, quality gates, and environment operations through AEM Cloud Manager for AEM as a Cloud Service

Marginal/Secondary:

• - Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to improve code quality, maintainability, and adherence to development standards
• - Collaborate with frontend developers, QA team members, and project stakeholders to clarify technical requirements and resolve implementation issues
• - Support documentation of technical design, backend implementation details, and deployment‑related changes

Other:

• - Stay updated on AEM, Java, cloud development, security, and integration best practices to support continuous improvement
• - Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, process improvements, and team learning activities when required

Technical Qualifications:

• - Hands‑on experience working with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Java, OSGi, Sling Models, Sling Servlets, Sling Schedulers, JCR, ResourceResolver, and AEM APIs
• - Experience building and supporting integrations between AEM and third‑party platforms, services, and data sources
• - Experience writing automated unit tests using JUnit, Mockito, and AEM/Sling Mocks
• - Experience with AEM as a Cloud Service and Adobe Cloud Manager, including build pipelines and deployments
• - Proficient: Proficient in backend development using Java, OSGi services, Sling Models, Sling Servlets, and repository operations
• - Proficient with Maven for build and dependency management and Git for version control
• - Proficient in troubleshooting backend issues and optimizing AEM code for performance, reliability, security, and scalability
• - Knowledge/Understanding: Knowledge of Agile development practices and collaborative delivery environments
• - Understanding of development standards, secure coding practices, cloud‑based deployment processes, and maintainable backend architecture

Personal Skills:

• - Ability to work independently, manage assigned tasks, and deliver results with minimal supervision
• - Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex backend development and AEM integration challenges
• - Ability to communicate technical solutions clearly and collaborate effectively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• - Ability to maintain attention to detail and ensure accuracy, quality, and consistency in development work
• - Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast‑paced project environment
• - Ability to work effectively within a team, share knowledge with peers, and support collaborative problem‑solving

Education and Work Experience:

• - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• - Minimum of 3 years of relevant backend development experience, including hands‑on experience with AEM backend development, Java, OSGi, Sling, JCR, AEM APIs, integrations, and cloud‑based AEM deployments