AEM Developer - Boston, MA - Massachusetts Financial Services

Client: MFS (Massachusetts Financial Services)

Location: Boston, MA (LOCALS ONLY) Hybrid

Title: AEM Developer (Backend)

Location: Hybrid onsite, 3 days in Boston (core days: Tues- Thurs)

Duration: 6 - 10 months

Start: ASAP

Interview Process: 2 rounds, virtual

Manager Notes: This is a mid-senior level role that will serve as an expert in AEM development. The ideal candidate would be local to Boston and has strong interpersonal, communication (written and oral), and analytical skills. This individual must be team-oriented and deadline driven. 5+ years of experience at minimum. While this is primarily a backend role, the candidate must have some front end experience for when needed. Financial services experience is a plus but not required.

1. Core Technical Skills

• Java and J2EE: Proficiency in Java and Java-based frameworks (e.g., Spring, Hibernate) is essential.
• Sling Framework: Understanding Apache Sling, which is the web application framework used by AEM to map request URLs to content resources.
• OSGi Framework: Knowledge of OSGi (Open Services Gateway Initiative) for modular development and managing AEM bundles.
• JCR (Java Content Repository): Familiarity with JCR, especially Apache Jackrabbit Oak, which is the repository used by AEM.
• RESTful APIs: Experience in developing and consuming REST APIs for integrations with third-party systems.
• HTL (HTML Template Language): Understanding of HTL (formerly Sightly), the templating language used in AEM.

2. AEM-Specific Knowledge

• AEM Components Development: Ability to create and customize AEM components, templates, and dialogs.
• Workflows: Experience in designing and implementing AEM workflows for automating content processes.
• Dispatcher Configuration: Knowledge of configuring AEM Dispatcher for caching and load balancing.
• Content Management: Familiarity with AEM content authoring, versioning, and publishing processes.
• AEM Upgrades and Maintenance: Experience in upgrading AEM versions and maintaining the platform.

3. Frontend Integration

• While primarily a backend role, some understanding of frontend technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is helpful for integrating backend services with the frontend.

4. DevOps and Deployment

• Version Control: Proficiency in Git or other version control systems.
• Build Tools: Familiarity with tools like Maven or Gradle for building AEM projects.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools like Jenkins or Azure DevOps.
• Cloud Platforms: Knowledge of Adobe Experience Cloud.

5. Soft Skills

• Collaboration: Ability to work with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, designers, and content authors.
• Communication: Clear communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

6. Optional but Valuable Skills

• Experience with Other Adobe Products: Knowledge of integrating AEM with Adobe Analytics, Adobe Target, or Adobe Campaign.
• Search Integration: Experience with search platforms like Apache Solr or Elasticsearch.
• Personalization and Targeting: Familiarity with AEM's personalization features and targeting capabilities.

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Last Updated: May 6th, 2026

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