AEM Front End Web Developer/ Content Author

TEKsystems; Lake Forest (IL); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

TEKsystems seeks a Front End Web Developer in Mettawa, IL, to develop and maintain responsive websites via Adobe Experience Manager (AEM). You will author content using custom AEM components, translate designs into production-ready experiences, and collaborate with designers and developers to implement interactive front-end features.

Responsibilities include ensuring cross-browser compatibility, refining HTML/CSS layouts, and contributing to HTML5 banner and email development as part of a

Qualifications

• Develop front-end digital experiences using HTML, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery.
• Demonstrate advanced CSS for responsive layouts within a component-based CMS environment.
• Convert designs created in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and similar tools into functional assets.
• Review and understand existing JavaScript code and make minor modifications when necessary.
• Utilize existing JavaScript templates and functionality rather than developing extensive applications from scratch.
• Develop interactive elements, navigation, animations, and other front-end functionality as appropriate.
• Apply responsive web development principles and established coding standards.
• Troubleshoot front-end issues and identify practical solutions within existing technical frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop front-end digital experiences using HTML, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery.
• Translate approved designs and requirements into responsive, production-ready web experiences.
• Develop and maintain responsive websites and webpages using AEM.
• Perform content authoring with existing AEM components and templates.
• Make updates to existing sites and support net-new initiatives.
• Ensure compatibility across supported browsers and devices.

Skills

Front end

Development

AEM

CSS

HTML

Adobe experience manager

Web development

Tools

Google Web Designer

GSAP/GreenSock

jQuery

HTML email development

Job description

Description

• Utilize Google Web Designer for banner development.

Primary Responsibilities of the Front End Web Developer

• Develop and maintain responsive websites and webpages utilizing Adobe Experience Manager (AEM).
• Perform content authoring using existing library of custom AEM components.
• Translate approved designs and functional requirements into responsive, production‑ready web experiences.
• Use strong HTML and CSS skills to accurately implement layouts and customize the presentation and styling of existing AEM components.
• Make updates and enhancements to existing websites as well as support net‑new website initiatives.
• Work within established AEM templates, components, toolkits, standards, and development processes.
• Troubleshoot front‑end presentation and layout issues within the limitations of existing components.
• Collaborate with more programmers when designs or technical requirements require additional development guidance.
• Ensure digital experiences function appropriately across supported browsers, devices, and screen sizes.

Front End Development

• Develop front‑end digital experiences using HTML, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery.
• Demonstrate advanced CSS capabilities, particularly for responsive layouts and styling within a component‑based CMS environment.
• Convert designs created in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and similar design applications into functional digital assets.
• Review and understand existing JavaScript code and make minor modifications when necessary.
• Utilize existing JavaScript templates and functionality rather than developing extensive JavaScript applications from scratch.
• Develop interactive elements, navigation, animations, and other front‑end functionality as appropriate.
• Apply responsive web development principles and established coding standards.
• Troubleshoot front‑end issues and identify practical solutions within existing technical frameworks.

HTML5 Banner Development

• Develop and modify responsive and animated HTML5 banner advertisements.
• Utilize Google Web Designer for banner development.
• Work with existing banner assets as well as create new banners from approved creative designs.
• Support animation and interactive functionality as required.
• Experience with GreenSock/GSAP animation is beneficial.
• Familiarity with DoubleClick/Google advertising workflows is beneficial.

Email Development

• Support HTML‑based email projects as business needs arise.
• Make minor HTML adjustments to emails produced through existing WYSIWYG‑based platforms.
• Troubleshoot presentation issues such as image alignment, formatting, and other HTML rendering problems.
• Support occasional custom HTML emails, including assets designed primarily for Outlook.
• Incorporate required scripts or templates necessary for internal submission and review processes.
• Capture appropriate screenshots and associated documentation for review and approval.

Veeva CRM / Interactive Sales Aids

• Support digital assets used within Veeva CRM, including interactive sales aids and related promotional materials.
• Work with existing templates and codebases to make front‑end updates.
• Make minor JavaScript and jQuery modifications when necessary.
• Support interactive sales materials through established team processes and technology frameworks.

Project Documentation, Quality, & Compliance

• Create and maintain thorough, accurate project documentation.
• Work from existing functional requirements documents and make required updates throughout the development lifecycle.
• Capture screenshots and other supporting materials needed for medical, regulatory, IT, and internal submissions.
• Follow established documentation and submission standards.
• Perform careful self‑review of completed development work before advancing projects to proofing, QA, or client review.
• Ensure programmed content accurately reflects supplied copy, creative assets, and functional specifications.
• Identify inconsistencies between designs, requirements, copy, and programmed outputs.
• Maintain a high degree of accuracy when working with detailed, scientific, and pharmaceutical‑related content.
• Help minimize unnecessary revision cycles by delivering clean and accurate work during the initial development pass.

Collaboration & Project Management

• Partner closely with designers, creative managers, copy teams, project stakeholders, and other web programmers.
• Work collaboratively within a full‑service internal advertising agency environment.
• Manage multiple concurrent assignments and shifting priorities in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment.
• Follow established department workflows, processes, technical standards, and review procedures.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with both technical and nontechnical team members.
• Accept feedback from proofing, quality, creative, and project teams and implement revisions accurately.
• Escalate technical challenges appropriately and collaborate with developers when additional support is required.
• Learn new platforms, systems, processes, and development standards quickly.
• Stay current on front‑end technologies and identify opportunities to improve development approaches.
• Experience with Adobe Experience Manger (AEM) - direct content authoring/front‑end experience is strong preferred
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills - ability to implement detailed content and minimize errors that create additional proofing cycles

Skills

Front end, Development, AEM, CSS, HTML, Adobe experience manager, Web development, Javascript, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Web Designer, Figma

Top Skills Details

Front end,Development,AEM,CSS,HTML,Adobe experience manager,Web development

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Google Web Designer
• HTML5 banners

GSAP / GreenSock

• jQuery
• HTML email development
• Agency experience

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Mettawa, IL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $39.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Mettawa,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full‑Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real‑world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full‑stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands‑on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.