Sr. RTCDP Developer

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Sr. Adobe Real-Time CDP Developer to join our team on a critical FY27 programme. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing, configuring, and optimising Adobe Real-Time Customer Data Platform (RTCDP) solutions that enable personalised, data-driven customer experiences at scale.

This is a hands-on technical role requiring deep expertise in Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), data ingestion pipelines, identity stitching, audience segmentation, and activation across downstream channels. You will work closely with architects, analytics specialists, and backend engineers to deliver a unified customer data strategy.

Adobe Experience Platform & RTCDP

•        5 to 8 years of overall experience in digital marketing technology or data platforms.

•        Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with Adobe Real-Time CDP / Adobe Experience Platform.

•        Deep knowledge of XDM schemas, profile fragments, identity stitching, and merge policies.

•        Strong experience with AEP data ingestion: batch (CSV, Parquet), streaming (HTTP API, Kafka), and source connectors.

•        Proficiency in building and managing audience segments using AEP Segment Builder and Profile Query Language (PQL).

•        Experience activating audiences to destinations: Adobe Target, CRM, paid media (Google, Meta), and email platforms.

Technical Skills

•        Proficiency in RESTful APIs and AEP APIs (Catalog, Ingestion, Segmentation, Activation APIs).

•        Experience with JSON, Parquet, and Avro data formats.

•        Familiarity with cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP, particularly around data lake and storage concepts.

•        Working knowledge of SQL for data validation and query tasks.

•        Understanding of web analytics, tag management (Adobe Launch / Tags), and event streaming.

Data Governance & Compliance

•        Experience implementing data usage labels, DULE policies, and consent frameworks within AEP.

•        Familiarity with GDPR, CCPA, and privacy regulations as applied to customer data platforms.

•        Adobe Certified Expert - Adobe Experience Platform Technical Foundations or equivalent certification.

•        Experience with Adobe Journey Optimizer (AJO) for real-time journey orchestration.

•        Knowledge of Customer AI and Attribution AI within AEP Intelligent Services.

•        Familiarity with Adobe Commerce and/or Adobe Analytics integration with AEP.

•        Experience with data orchestration tools such as Apache Airflow or Azure Data Factory.

•        Exposure to headless CMS or AEM integration patterns.

•        Strong communication skills - ability to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

•        Experience working in Agile/Scrum delivery environments.

•        Collaborative team player who can work across geographically distributed teams.

•        Self-driven, proactive, and comfortable working with ambiguity in fast-paced programme environments.

•        Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on outcomes and delivery.

•        Work on a high-visibility, enterprise-scale Adobe Experience Cloud programme.

•        Collaborate with a talented team of architects, developers, and analytics specialists.

•        Exposure to the full Adobe DX stack across multiple solution areas.

•        Flexible working arrangements with remote/hybrid options available.