AEM Frontend Developer (5+ yrs)

AEM Frontend DeveloperExperience: 5+ Years

Work Mode: Remote || Contract

Shift: IST

Job SummaryCGI is looking for a skilled AEM Frontend Developer with 5+ years of frontend development experience, including at least 3+ years of hands-on experience with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM).

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in AEM component development and modern frontend technologies such as React, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3/SCSS, along with experience building responsive, accessible, and high-performing digital experiences.

The candidate will work closely with UX/UI designers, backend developers, architects, DevOps teams, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable and high-quality AEM-based web solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance AEM-based websites and digital experiences.
• Develop reusable and scalable frontend components following AEM best practices.
• Build responsive, mobile-first, and cross-browser compatible web applications.
• Integrate frontend components with AEM Templates, Editable Templates, Content Fragments, and Experience Fragments.
• Develop and customize AEM Core Components and Client Libraries (Clientlibs).
• Work with HTL (Sightly) for AEM component development.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to convert designs into pixel-perfect frontend implementations.
• Integrate frontend applications with REST APIs and GraphQL services.
• Develop and support AEM Headless implementations where required.
• Ensure compliance with WCAG accessibility standards.
• Optimize applications for performance, SEO, page-load speed, and scalability.
• Participate in code reviews and follow coding and development best practices.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams for CI/CD, build, and deployment activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve frontend and AEM-related production issues.
• Work effectively within Agile/Scrum development teams.Required Technical SkillsAdobe Experience Manager (AEM)
• Strong hands-on experience with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM).
• Minimum 3+ years of practical AEM development experience.
• Experience with:
• AEM Sites
• AEM Templates
• Editable Templates
• Content Fragments
• Experience Fragments
• AEM Component Development
• AEM Core Components
• Client Libraries (Clientlibs)
• HTL / Sightly
• Good understanding of AEM architecture and content management concepts.Frontend Technologies
• HTML5
• CSS3 / SCSS
• JavaScript (ES6+)
• TypeScript
• React.js
• Responsive & Mobile-First Web Development
• Cross-Browser Compatibility
• Web Performance Optimization
• Accessibility / WCAG
• SEO best practicesAPIs & Development Tools
• REST APIs
• GraphQL
• Git / GitHub / Bitbucket
• npm
• Modern frontend build tools
• Webpack / Vite or similar toolsPreferred / Good-to-Have Skills
• Experience with Adobe Cloud Manager.
• Experience with AEM Headless implementations.
• Next.js experience with AEM Headless.
• Experience integrating third-party APIs and services.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and modern deployment practices.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks such as:
• Jest
• Cypress
• Playwright
• Exposure to the Adobe Experience Cloud ecosystem.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of overall frontend development experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on AEM development experience.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively with technical and business stakeholders.Must-Have SkillsAEM + React + JavaScript/TypeScript + HTML5 + CSS3/SCSS + AEM Components + HTL/Sightly + Clientlibs + AEM Core Components + REST/GraphQL + Git