Job Description: AEM Back-End Developer
Position Summary
The AEM Back-End Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the server-side architecture of Adobe Experience Manager solutions. This role focuses on Java-based development, Sling Models, OSGi services, workflow customizations, integrations, and platform performance optimization across AEM Sites, Assets, and Forms.
Key Responsibilities
Core AEM Development
- Design and develop custom AEM components, Sling Models, Servlets, and OSGi services.
- Build and maintain workflows across AEM Sites, Assets, and Forms.
- Develop custom business logic and backend services supporting enterprise digital experiences.
- Manage content structures and repository configurations.
Integration Development
- Integrate AEM with:
- Adobe Experience Platform
- Adobe Analytics
- Adobe Target
- CRM Platforms
- DAM Solutions
- Third-party APIs
- Develop REST and GraphQL service integrations.
Platform & Repository Management
- Configure and optimize:
- JCR Repository
- Oak Indexes
- Dispatcher
- Caching mechanisms
- Content replication
- Support multi-site and multilingual deployments.
Cloud & DevOps
- Support deployments across:
- AEM Managed Services
- AEM as a Cloud Service
- Partner with DevOps teams for:
- CI/CD Pipelines
- Cloud Manager deployments
- Environment management
Performance & Security
- Optimize application performance and scalability.
- Implement security best practices and code quality standards.
- Troubleshoot production issues and perform root-cause analysis.
Required Qualifications
Experience
- 5-8+ years of backend development experience.
- 4+ years of Adobe Experience Manager development experience.
Technical Skills
- Strong proficiency in:
- Java
- Sling Framework
- OSGi
- JCR
- Maven
- REST APIs
- Experience developing:
- Sling Models
- Servlets
- OSGi Services
- Workflow Customizations
- Event Handlers
- Scheduler Jobs
AEM Expertise
- Deep understanding of:
- AEM Architecture
- Dispatcher Configuration
- Content Repository Structure
- Replication Mechanisms
- Package Management
- MSM (Multi-Site Manager)
DevOps Expertise
- Git
- Jenkins / GitHub Actions
- Cloud Manager
- CI/CD Automation
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with AEM as a Cloud Service.
- Experience integrating AEM with Adobe Experience Platform (AEP).
- Knowledge of Adobe Forms and Assets implementations.
- Experience with headless AEM and GraphQL APIs.
- Adobe Certified Expert - AEM Developer or Architect.
- Experience supporting large-scale MarTech and customer experience platforms.
Responsibilities
Job Description: AEM Back-End Developer
Position Summary
The AEM Back-End Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the server-side architecture of Adobe Experience Manager solutions. This role focuses on Java-based development, Sling Models, OSGi services, workflow customizations, integrations, and platform performance optimization across AEM Sites, Assets, and Forms.
Key Responsibilities
Core AEM Development
- Design and develop custom AEM components, Sling Models, Servlets, and OSGi services.
- Build and maintain workflows across AEM Sites, Assets, and Forms.
- Develop custom business logic and backend services supporting enterprise digital experiences.
- Manage content structures and repository configurations.
Integration Development
- Integrate AEM with:
- Adobe Experience Platform
- Adobe Analytics
- Adobe Target
- CRM Platforms
- DAM Solutions
- Third-party APIs
- Develop REST and GraphQL service integrations.
Platform & Repository Management
- Configure and optimize:
- JCR Repository
- Oak Indexes
- Dispatcher
- Caching mechanisms
- Content replication
- Support multi-site and multilingual deployments.
Cloud & DevOps
- Support deployments across:
- AEM Managed Services
- AEM as a Cloud Service
- Partner with DevOps teams for:
- CI/CD Pipelines
- Cloud Manager deployments
- Environment management
Performance & Security
- Optimize application performance and scalability.
- Implement security best practices and code quality standards.
- Troubleshoot production issues and perform root-cause analysis.
Required Qualifications
Experience
- 5-8+ years of backend development experience.
- 4+ years of Adobe Experience Manager development experience.
Technical Skills
- Strong proficiency in:
- Java
- Sling Framework
- OSGi
- JCR
- Maven
- REST APIs
- Experience developing:
- Sling Models
- Servlets
- OSGi Services
- Workflow Customizations
- Event Handlers
- Scheduler Jobs
AEM Expertise
- Deep understanding of:
- AEM Architecture
- Dispatcher Configuration
- Content Repository Structure
- Replication Mechanisms
- Package Management
- MSM (Multi-Site Manager)
DevOps Expertise
- Git
- Jenkins / GitHub Actions
- Cloud Manager
- CI/CD Automation
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with AEM as a Cloud Service.
- Experience integrating AEM with Adobe Experience Platform (AEP).
- Knowledge of Adobe Forms and Assets implementations.
- Experience with headless AEM and GraphQL APIs.
- Adobe Certified Expert - AEM Developer or Architect.
- Experience supporting large-scale MarTech and customer experience platforms.
Qualifications
Job Description: AEM Back-End Developer
Position Summary
The AEM Back-End Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the server-side architecture of Adobe Experience Manager solutions. This role focuses on Java-based development, Sling Models, OSGi services, workflow customizations, integrations, and platform performance optimization across AEM Sites, Assets, and Forms.
Key Responsibilities
Core AEM Development
- Design and develop custom AEM components, Sling Models, Servlets, and OSGi services.
- Build and maintain workflows across AEM Sites, Assets, and Forms.
- Develop custom business logic and backend services supporting enterprise digital experiences.
- Manage content structures and repository configurations.
Integration Development
- Integrate AEM with:
- Adobe Experience Platform
- Adobe Analytics
- Adobe Target
- CRM Platforms
- DAM Solutions
- Third-party APIs
- Develop REST and GraphQL service integrations.
Platform & Repository Management
- Configure and optimize:
- JCR Repository
- Oak Indexes
- Dispatcher
- Caching mechanisms
- Content replication
- Support multi-site and multilingual deployments.
Cloud & DevOps
- Support deployments across:
- AEM Managed Services
- AEM as a Cloud Service
- Partner with DevOps teams for:
- CI/CD Pipelines
- Cloud Manager deployments
- Environment management
Performance & Security
- Optimize application performance and scalability.
- Implement security best practices and code quality standards.
- Troubleshoot production issues and perform root-cause analysis.
Required Qualifications
Experience
- 5-8+ years of backend development experience.
- 4+ years of Adobe Experience Manager development experience.
Technical Skills
- Strong proficiency in:
- Java
- Sling Framework
- OSGi
- JCR
- Maven
- REST APIs
- Experience developing:
- Sling Models
- Servlets
- OSGi Services
- Workflow Customizations
- Event Handlers
- Scheduler Jobs
AEM Expertise
- Deep understanding of:
- AEM Architecture
- Dispatcher Configuration
- Content Repository Structure
- Replication Mechanisms
- Package Management
- MSM (Multi-Site Manager)
DevOps Expertise
- Git
- Jenkins / GitHub Actions
- Cloud Manager
- CI/CD Automation
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with AEM as a Cloud Service.
- Experience integrating AEM with Adobe Experience Platform (AEP).
- Knowledge of Adobe Forms and Assets implementations.
- Experience with headless AEM and GraphQL APIs.
- Adobe Certified Expert - AEM Developer or Architect.
- Experience supporting large-scale MarTech and customer experience platforms.
Skills Required
- 5-8+ years of backend development experience
- 4+ years of Adobe Experience Manager development experience
- Strong proficiency in Java
- Strong proficiency in Sling Framework
- Strong proficiency in OSGi
- Strong proficiency in JCR
- Strong proficiency in Maven
- Strong proficiency in REST APIs
- Experience developing Sling Models, Servlets, OSGi Services, workflow customizations, event handlers, and scheduler jobs
- Deep understanding of AEM architecture, Dispatcher configuration, content repository structure, replication mechanisms, package management, and MSM
- Experience with Git
- Experience with Jenkins or GitHub Actions
- Experience with Cloud Manager
- Experience with CI/CD automation
- Experience with AEM as a Cloud Service
- Experience integrating AEM with Adobe Experience Platform
- Knowledge of Adobe Forms and Assets implementations
- Experience with headless AEM and GraphQL APIs
- Adobe Certified Expert certification as an AEM Developer or Architect
- Experience supporting large-scale MarTech and customer experience platforms
EXL Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about EXL and has not been reviewed or approved by EXL.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical plan options include HSA, HRA, and PPO choices, with additional health-related programs such as disability coverage and an employee assistance program. Feedback suggests these options provide meaningful flexibility and coverage breadth for many roles.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Up to 20 days of paid time off, plus federal holidays and paid sick and safe time, are highlighted. Feedback suggests this leave structure is a notable benefit alongside core compensation.
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Retirement Support — A traditional and Roth 401(k) with up to a 3% company match and full vesting after one year is described. Feedback suggests this match and vesting timeline help bolster long-term savings.
EXL Insights
What We Do
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