AEM Architect (Contract)

Bounteous x Accolite makes the future faster for the world's most ambitious brands. Our services span Strategy, Analytics, Digital Engineering, Cloud, Data & AI, Experience Design, and Marketing. We are guided by Co-Innovation, our proven methodology of collaborative partnership.

Bounteous x Accolite brings together 5000+ employees spanning North America, APAC, and EMEA, and partnerships with leading technology providers. Through advanced digital engineering, technology solutions, and data-driven digital experiences, we create exceptional and efficient business impact and help our clients win.

Our industry-recognized Adobe engineering team is seeking a Contract AEM Architect who thrives on innovation, collaboration, and delivering exceptional solutions.

The AEM Architect is responsible for driving engineering solutions through the entire project lifecycle, communicating effectively with clients, and guiding teams to success.

This is an opportunity to lead and shape Adobe projects while mentoring a talented team of engineers. Engineering excellence is at the core of what we do, and we're excited to welcome a leader who shares our vision.

Role and Responsibilities

• Architect and lead the development of mission-critical systems with high availability and performance
• Serve as a technical lead in client meetings, effectively adapting communication to engage diverse audiences with varying levels of technical expertise and communication styles
• Translate business needs into actionable technical requirements
• Contribute to all phases of the development lifecycle
• Provide constructive feedback through code reviews
• Create architecture and technical specifications documentation
• Write well-designed, testable, and efficient code
• Oversee and manage software component releases
• Continuously investigate and implement new technologies for improvement
• Mentor senior engineers and share technical expertise across the engineering team

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on AEM development experience in a professional environment
• 3+ years of experience in AEM technical leadership and team management
• Proven experience architecting and launching sites using AEM Cloud Service or AEM 6.5
• Strong proficiency with AEM, Java, Sling, OSGi, JCR, and Apache Web Server
• Experience integrating with third-party systems (Salesforce, Mulesoft, Commerce, etc.)
• Solid understanding of system design, high availability, disaster recovery, caching, CDNs, and persistence layers
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with Agile development, particularly Scrum, and Unit Testing methodologies
• The ideal candidate will have a 2- or 4-year degree in CS/Engineering, be a bootcamp grad, or be self-taught with practical experience

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Research shows that women and other underrepresented groups apply only if they meet 100% of the criteria of a job posting. If you have passion and intelligence, and possess a technical knack (even if you're missing some of the above), we encourage you to apply.

Bounteous x Accolite is focused on promoting an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate the different viewpoints and experiences our diverse group of team members bring to Bounteous x Accolite. Bounteous x Accolite does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

In addition, you have the opportunity to participate in several Team Member Networks, sometimes referred to as employee resource groups (ERGs), that host space with individuals with shared identities, interests, and passions. Our Team Member Networks celebrate communities of color, life as a working parent or caregiver, the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, wellbeing, and more. Regardless of your respective identity, there are various avenues we involve team members in the Bounteous x Accolite community.

Bounteous x Accolite is willing to sponsor eligible candidates for employment visas.

For employment opportunities based in Canada:
Bounteous x Accolite is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to Bounteous x Accolite. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

**Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

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