Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Developer

Join a dynamic digital team as an Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Developer supporting enterprise-scale web experiences in a hybrid Boston-based role. This position focuses on building scalable, high-performing AEM solutions that improve content delivery, authoring workflows, and digital experience performance.
Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain AEM applications and websites that support enterprise digital experiences
• Build reusable components, templates, dialogs, workflows, and content models to improve authoring and delivery
• Develop and customize Core Components using HTL, Sling Models, and OSGi services
• Create and maintain Content Fragments and Experience Fragments for omnichannel content delivery
• Develop custom Sling Servlets, workflow processes, event handlers, and scheduler jobs
• Support AEM environments including Author, Publish, Dispatcher, and CDN setups
• Integrate AEM with third-party systems, REST APIs, DAM platforms, analytics tools, and Adobe Experience Cloud products
• Assist with content migration, multisite management, localization, and translation workflows
• Optimize solutions for performance, accessibility, scalability, and SEO
• Collaborate with architects, business stakeholders, UX teams, and content authors to deliver effective digital experiences
• Troubleshoot production issues and support root cause analysis when needed
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and CI/CD deployment processes
• Maintain clear technical documentation and follow development best practices

Skills

• 5+ years of experience architecting and implementing Adobe solutions
• Strong hands-on experience with Java, Java EE, Servlets, HTL/Sightly, and enterprise Java frameworks such as Spring
• Deep understanding of Apache Sling, JCR, JSR-170/JSR-283, JSR-168/JSR-286, and Apache Felix/OSGi development
• Solid AEM foundation, including templates, components, dialogs, widgets, and the development and deployment process
• Experience with content-centric application development and content publishing workflows
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Adobe Campaign, Adobe Analytics, Adobe Target, Adobe Experience Platform, or Adobe Journey Optimizer
• Experience migrating AEM from on-premises environments to AEM as a Cloud Service
• Knowledge of Dispatcher configuration, caching strategies, and CDN integration
• Experience with headless CMS implementations
• Exposure to React, Angular, or other modern JavaScript frameworks
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Adobe Cloud
• Adobe certifications such as Adobe Certified Professional or Adobe Certified Expert
• Experience using AI coding tools to support AEM component or Sling Model development, with a focus on testing and code quality
• Awareness of secure and responsible practices when using AI tools with proprietary code

Horizontal is committed to building an inclusive workplace where different perspectives, experiences, and ideas are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering equity, respect, and belonging throughout the hiring process and beyond.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $41 - $78 per hour based on qualifications and experience.