Lead Engineer, AEM (US)

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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

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

Experience with AEM SPA Editor and micro-frontend architectures
Familiarity with Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), Workfront, and Adobe Journey Optimizer
Knowledge of headless commerce integrations and omnichannel delivery
Basic understanding of AEM backend architecture (OSGi, Sling, JCR)

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