Senior AEM Backend Developer

Summary

Join New Era Technology's Digital Experience team as a Senior AEM Backend Developer for a 3–6 month contract (extendable). This remote position, working 2 pm–11 pm IST, requires expertise in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Core Java, backend architecture, and content management systems. You will design and develop AEM backend solutions, create custom components, manage content migration, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role demands strong analytical and troubleshooting skills and experience with various technologies. New Era offers a flexible remote work model and the opportunity to work on a high-impact digital project with potential for contract extension.

Requirements

• 7+ years of backend development experience with strong Core Java (multithreading, collections, data structures)
• Hands-on experience with AEM 6.5 and AEM as a Cloud Service
• In-depth understanding of OSGi, Sling, and JCR
• Experience with DAM, Dynamic Media, and metadata schema design
• Expertise in Groovy scripting for automation and content operations
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and DevOps practices
• Experience with REST APIs, JSON, and headless CMS models
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities

Responsibilities

• Design and develop AEM backend solutions using AEM 6.5 and AEM as a Cloud Service
• Create and maintain custom components, templates, and services using OSGi, Sling, and JCR
• Drive content migration using Groovy scripting and automation tools
• Implement and enhance Digital Asset Management (DAM) workflows, including Dynamic Media integration
• Manage Content Fragments and Experience Fragments to support hybrid/headless delivery
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend developers, architects, and product owners
• Ensure high-quality code with unit testing, code reviews, and best practice adherence
• Diagnose and resolve performance and integration issues within the AEM ecosystem

Preferred Qualifications

• Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) in AEM Sites or AEM DevOps
• Exposure to Adobe Target, Adobe Analytics, or other Adobe Experience Cloud products
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure

Benefits

• Work with cutting-edge Adobe technology stacks
• Flexible remote working model
• Opportunity to work with a global client on a high-impact digital project
• Potential for contract extension based on performance