Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Developer

Horizontal Talent; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Horizontal Talent is seeking an Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Developer for a hybrid Boston-based role to design, develop, and maintain enterprise-scale web experiences.

You will build reusable components, templates, and workflows, integrate with third-party systems, and collaborate with architects, UX, and content authors to deliver scalable, accessible solutions while following CI/CD practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years architecting and implementing Adobe solutions.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java, Java EE, Servlets, HTL/Sightly, and enterprise Java frameworks such as Spring.
• Deep understanding of Apache Sling, JCR, JSR-170/JSR-283, JSR-168/JSR-286, and Apache Felix/OSGi development.
• Solid AEM foundation, including templates, components, dialogs, widgets, and the development and deployment process.
• Experience with content-centric application development and content publishing workflows.
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain AEM applications and websites that support enterprise digital experiences.
• Build reusable components, templates, dialogs, workflows, and content models to improve authoring and delivery.
• Develop and customize Core Components using HTL, Sling Models, and OSGi services.
• Create and maintain Content Fragments and Experience Fragments for omnichannel content delivery.
• Develop custom Sling Servlets, workflow processes, event handlers, and scheduler jobs.
• Support AEM environments including Author, Publish, Dispatcher, and CDN setups.
• Integrate AEM with third-party systems, REST APIs, DAM platforms, analytics tools, and Adobe Experience Cloud products.
• Assist with content migration, multisite management, localization, and translation workflows.
• Optimize solutions for performance, accessibility, scalability, and SEO.
• Collaborate with architects, business stakeholders, UX teams, and content authors to deliver effective digital experiences.
• Troubleshoot production issues and support root cause analysis when needed.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and CI/CD deployment processes.
• Maintain clear technical documentation and follow development best practices.

Skills

Adobe AEM

Java

HTL/Sightly

Sling/OSGi

Content workflows

Agile

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field

Tools

Sling Models

OSGi

HTL/Sightly

Java EE

Spring

Job description

Join a dynamic digital team as an Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Developer supporting enterprise-scale web experiences in a hybrid Boston-based role. This position focuses on building scalable, high-performing AEM solutions that improve content delivery, authoring workflows, and digital experience performance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain AEM applications and websites that support enterprise digital experiences
• Build reusable components, templates, dialogs, workflows, and content models to improve authoring and delivery
• Develop and customize Core Components using HTL, Sling Models, and OSGi services
• Create and maintain Content Fragments and Experience Fragments for omnichannel content delivery
• Develop custom Sling Servlets, workflow processes, event handlers, and scheduler jobs
• Support AEM environments including Author, Publish, Dispatcher, and CDN setups
• Integrate AEM with third-party systems, REST APIs, DAM platforms, analytics tools, and Adobe Experience Cloud products
• Assist with content migration, multisite management, localization, and translation workflows
• Optimize solutions for performance, accessibility, scalability, and SEO
• Collaborate with architects, business stakeholders, UX teams, and content authors to deliver effective digital experiences
• Troubleshoot production issues and support root cause analysis when needed
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and CI/CD deployment processes
• Maintain clear technical documentation and follow development best practices

Skills

• 5+ years of experience architecting and implementing Adobe solutions
• Strong hands-on experience with Java, Java EE, Servlets, HTL/Sightly, and enterprise Java frameworks such as Spring
• Deep understanding of Apache Sling, JCR, JSR-170/JSR-283, JSR-168/JSR-286, and Apache Felix/OSGi development
• Solid AEM foundation, including templates, components, dialogs, widgets, and the development and deployment process
• Experience with content-centric application development and content publishing workflows
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Adobe Campaign, Adobe Analytics, Adobe Target, Adobe Experience Platform, or Adobe Journey Optimizer
• Experience migrating AEM from on-premises environments to AEM as a Cloud Service
• Knowledge of Dispatcher configuration, caching strategies, and CDN integration
• Experience with headless CMS implementations
• Exposure to React, Angular, or other modern JavaScript frameworks
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Adobe Cloud
• Adobe certifications such as Adobe Certified Professional or Adobe Certified Expert
• Experience using AI coding tools to support AEM component or Sling Model development, with a focus on testing and code quality
• Awareness of secure and responsible practices when using AI tools with proprietary code

Horizontal is committed to building an inclusive workplace where different perspectives, experiences, and ideas are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering equity, respect, and belonging throughout the hiring process and beyond.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks.

• competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement.

The pay range for this role is $41 - $78 per hour based on qualifications and experience.