Lead Engineer, AEM (US)

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead front-end architecture and development for enterprise AEM Sites and Edge implementations.
• Design and develop scalable AEM front-end components using HTL (Sightly), React, Angular, JavaScript, and TypeScript
• Define reusable UI frameworks, enterprise design systems, component libraries, and front-end governance standards
• Implement and maintain enterprise brand guidelines across websites, landing pages, microsites, and digital campaigns
• Architect and manage scalable AEM Client Libraries (ClientLibs) including categories, embeds, dependencies, and proxy configurations
• Drive adoption of AI-assisted development workflows using Cursor IDE, GenAI coding assistants, and automated UI code-generation tools
• Lead implementation of Content Fragments, Experience Fragments, Edge Delivery Services, and headless CMS architectures
• Collaborate with AEM backend developers for Sling Models, GraphQL APIs, REST APIs, and headless content delivery
• Optimize Core Web Vitals, Lighthouse scores, accessibility compliance (WCAG), and overall front-end performance
• Mentor development teams through code reviews, architecture discussions, UI governance, and best-practice enforcement
• Collaborate with UX/UI teams to ensure pixel-perfect implementation of Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch designs
• Troubleshoot complex issues related to ClientLibs, caching, CDN behavior, Edge delivery, browser compatibility, and responsive rendering

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Expert-level knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript
• Strong experience with React, Angular or SPA architecture within AEM
• Expertise in responsive web design, mobile-first development, and modern CSS techniques
• Strong experience with HTL (Sightly), Sling Models, AEM Client Libraries (ClientLibs), and AEM Core Components
• Deep understanding of AEM Sites, Edge Delivery Services, Content Fragments, and Experience Fragments
• Experience integrating front-end applications with RESTful APIs and GraphQL APIs
• Strong expertise in Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, Material UI, Foundation, or similar CSS frameworks
• Experience implementing enterprise design systems and reusable component libraries
• Knowledge of CSS methodologies such as BEM, OOCSS, SMACSS, or Atomic Design
• Experience translating Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or Storybook assets into reusable UI components
• Strong understanding of Core Web Vitals, Lighthouse optimization, lazy loading, caching, critical CSS, and image optimization
• Expertise in WCAG accessibility standards and cross-browser compatibility testing
• Experience using Cursor IDE, GitHub Copilot, GenAI coding assistants, or AI-powered development workflows

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience with AEM SPA Editor and micro-frontend architectures
• Familiarity with Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), Workfront, and Adobe Journey Optimizer
• Knowledge of headless commerce