Description:

Productive Edge is a leading digital transformation consulting firm specializing in innovative solutions for healthcare, wellness, and insurance clients.
The company is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Backend AEM Developer to join their dynamic team.
The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining backend services and integrations within the AEM platform.
The developer will collaborate with frontend developers, architects, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality, performance-driven solutions.
This position is limited to residents in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, or Argentina only and is fully remote.
The role is expected to be a long-term contract with 40 hours per week for the first 2-3 months, with additional fractional work to follow.
Key responsibilities include developing backend components, designing custom AEM components, integrating AEM with external systems, optimizing backend performance, troubleshooting issues, and providing technical leadership.

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience is required.
Candidates must have 5+ years of experience in backend development, focusing on Java and related technologies.
A minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), specifically with AEM 6.x or later versions, is necessary.
Strong knowledge of AEM architecture, including Sling, OSGi, JCR, and DAM, is essential.
Experience with AEM customization, including building custom components, services, and workflows, is required.
Proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and integrating AEM with third-party systems is needed.
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines is important.
A solid understanding of security best practices in web application development is necessary.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team are required.
A B2 or better English level is mandatory.

The position offers the flexibility of a fully remote work environment.
It provides an opportunity to work with a leading digital transformation consulting firm.
The role allows for long-term contract stability with the potential for additional fractional work.
Employees will have the chance to collaborate with a dynamic team and contribute to high-impact digital initiatives.
There is an opportunity for professional growth through mentoring junior developers and applying the latest AEM updates and best practices.