AEM Developer
Title : AEM Developer (Backend)
Location: Hybrid onsite, 3 days in Boston (core days: Tues- Thurs)
*Must be local
Duration: 6 - 10 months +
Start: ASAP
Rate: Depending on experience, 68-72/hour +
1. Core Technical Skills
2. AEM-Specific Knowledge
3. Frontend Integration
4. DevOps and Deployment
5. Soft Skills
6. Optional but Valuable Skills
Location: Hybrid onsite, 3 days in Boston (core days: Tues- Thurs)
*Must be local
Duration: 6 - 10 months +
Start: ASAP
Rate: Depending on experience, 68-72/hour +
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
- AEM 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.
- AEM 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.
