Senior AEM Developer

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and architecture of full stack web applications built on Adobe Experience Manager (AEM).
• Define and enforce component architecture, content modeling patterns, and development standards.
• Architect and implement front-end solutions using HTL/Sightly, JavaScript/TypeScript, and modern frameworks.
• Design and build robust backend services, APIs, and integration layers using Java, Apache Sling, and OSGi.
• Own the integration architecture between AEM and middleware platforms via RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
• Drive AEM caching strategy across the full stack to optimize performance and scalability.
• Lead Content Fragment modeling and GraphQL persisted query design for headless content delivery.
• Ensure WCAG 2.0 AA compliance and champion accessibility best practices.
• Mentor junior and intermediate developers through code reviews and technical guidance.
• Drive technical decisions on build tooling, CI/CD pipelines, and AEM Cloud Manager deployments.

Requirements

• 6+ years of professional experience in full stack web development with deep AEM experience.
• Expert-level experience with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) 6.5+.
• Strong proficiency in Java/J2EE, Apache Sling, OSGi, and Maven.
• Proven experience with Content Fragments, GraphQL, and headless content delivery patterns.
• Experience architecting integrations between AEM and middleware platforms via RESTful services.
• Deep understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG 2.0 AA or higher).
• Strong experience with Git version control and CI/CD practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AEM as a Cloud Service or Edge Delivery Services.
• Adobe technical certifications (e.g., AEM Sites Developer, AEM Architect).
• Expertise in modern front-end frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.
• Familiarity with Adobe Experience Cloud products (Analytics, Target, Campaign).
• Experience with AWS CloudFront configuration and CDN optimization.

Benefits

• Fully remote role, open to international freelancers.
• Work Your World program: work remotely from any of our 50+ global offices for up to 6 weeks per year.
• Comprehensive group coverage including medical, dental, vision, and psychological services.
• Fertility support and gender-affirming care.
• Generous time off including vacation and extended long weekends.

About the Company

Saatchi & Saatchi is an award-winning advertising agency and part of Publicis Groupe Canada. We believe that creativity, data, media, and technology should work together to influence human behavior and drive success for the world's most valued brands.