AEM Backend Developer - Senior

Team: IT

Location: United Arab Emirates

Commitment: Full-time

Workplace Type: remote

Accountabilities:

As a Senior AEM Backend Developer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining robust AEM-based solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver scalable digital experiences.

• Design, develop, and maintain backend solutions using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) and Java technologies.
• Build and extend AEM components, services, integrations, and administrative functionality to meet business requirements.
• Develop and support Web Content Management (WCM) components and enterprise applications.
• Implement and maintain integrations using REST APIs and related web technologies.
• Work with AEM frameworks including JCR, Apache Sling, Apache Felix, and OSGi to deliver scalable solutions.
• Manage project dependencies and builds using Maven and AEM Maven archetypes.
• Collaborate with frontend developers and other technical teams to deliver seamless end-to-end digital experiences.
• Troubleshoot technical issues, optimize application performance, and ensure code quality through best development practices.
• Contribute to architecture discussions, technical documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced AEM backend developer with strong Java expertise, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within distributed teams.

• Professional software development experience with a strong focus on Java.
• Solid hands-on experience working with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM).
• Strong understanding of AEM architecture and core building blocks.
• Experience extending AEM functionality and working with administrative features.
• Expertise in developing WCM components, custom integrations, and enterprise applications.
• Practical knowledge of JCR, Apache Sling, Apache Felix, OSGi, REST, JavaScript, and JSON.
• Experience using Maven and familiarity with AEM Maven archetypes.
• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and AJAX.
• Upper-Intermediate (B2) or higher English communication skills.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and collaborative mindset.

Benefits:

• Remote work opportunity within United Arab Emirates.
• Competitive salary based on skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on innovative digital transformation projects with global clients.
• Collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to modern AI-driven technologies and enterprise-scale digital platforms.