Architect, Software Engineering (Adobe - AEM)

About the Position

DEPT® is seeking a highly technical, consultative, and hands-on Architect, Software Engineering (AEM) to join our forward-deployed architecture squad in North America. Mapped back to our Web Craft, this role is a specialized engineering seat focused on Adobe Experience Manager excellence. You will step directly into complex client environments to execute deep-dive code audits, optimize rendering speeds, and resolve complex web and DAM architecture blockages.

This is a hands-on technical execution role. You will work in tight sprint windows to remediate technical debt, configure AEM permission pathways, and execute migration tasks from legacy architectures to AEM as a Cloud Service (AEMaCS), restoring customer confidence and establishing technical stability.

Responsibilities

• Perform Code & Performance Audits: Execute deep AEM code reviews and implement targeted performance optimizations (Core Web Vitals, Dispatcher/CDN caching rules, edge routing, and bundle size reduction).
• Deliver Cloud Migrations: Lead hands-on technical migration tasks to transition legacy, on-prem, or Adobe Managed Services (AMS) web environments to AEM as a Cloud Service (AEMaCS).
• Remediate Asset Architecture: Reconfigure AEM Assets (DAM) taxonomies, metadata schemas, processing profiles, and ACL/permissions pathways to optimize large-scale asset ingestion and retrieval.
• Implement Performant Interfaces: Build and optimize AEM content delivery using AEM Edge Delivery Services (EDS), Core Components, or decoupled/headless GraphQL APIs.
• Support Technical Handoffs: Document code fixes, establish Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for client development teams, and transition stabilized AEM codebases cleanly.

Requirements

• Web Architecture Excellence: 10+ years of software engineering experience with a deep technical understanding of CDN edge routing (Fastly/Cloudflare), web caching strategies, SSO integration (SAML/OAuth), and content taxonomies.
• Core AEM Architecture Expertise:
  • Hands-on engineering expertise across AEM Sites and AEM Assets, with proven experience in AEM as a Cloud Service (AEMaCS) as well as legacy architectures.
  • Direct experience deploying and tuning AEM Edge Delivery Services (EDS) or document-based authoring for high-speed page performance.
  • Deep understanding of AEM Dispatcher configuration, OSGi service architecture, Sling models, and Oak JCR indexing/query optimization.
• Consultative Mindset: Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work directly with client development teams, explain complex technical fixes clearly, and drive architectural best practices.

Work Environment

• Remote position - TRAVEL EXPECTED - EST time zone work

We Offer

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave

About the Company

We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle, or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work. Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place.

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Coach, eBay, and OpenAI.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

Salary

The anticipated salary range for this position is listed below. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we’re flexible.

US Remote Range

$138,400 - $180,000 USD