Lead Engineer, AEM

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🕒 July 6

🗽 New York – Remote

🗽 New York – Remote

💵 $120k - $170k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

🧑‍💻 Full-stack Engineer

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Code and Theory

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2011

📣 Marketing

💼 Consulting

🏥 Healthcare

Marketing • Consulting • Healthcare

Code and Theory is a technology-first creative agency that operates at the intersection of creativity and technology. The company partners with media and publishing companies to shape political news and delivers digital transformation for ambitious brands like Microsoft, Amazon, NFL, and more. As a trusted partner, the agency is known for its expertise in building end-to-end solutions that address consumer and business needs in today's evolving digital landscape. With a team composed of 50% engineers and 50% creatives, Code and Theory redefines the digital experience across various industries including automotive, sports, hospitality, finance, and education. They are recognized for their innovative approach in business transformation, AI-driven design systems, and strategic digital marketing initiatives.

📋 Description

• Lead front-end architecture and development for enterprise AEM Sites and Edge implementations. • Design and develop scalable AEM front-end components using HTL (Sightly), React, Angular,JavaScript, and TypeScript • Define reusable UI frameworks, enterprise design systems, component libraries, and front-end governance standards • Implement and maintain enterprise brand guidelines across websites, landing pages, microsites, and digital campaigns • Architect and manage scalable AEM Client Libraries (ClientLibs) including categories, embeds, dependencies, and proxy configurations • Drive adoption of AI-assisted development workflows using Cursor IDE, GenAI coding assistants, and automated UI code-generation tools • Lead implementation of Content Fragments, Experience Fragments, Edge Delivery Services, and headless CMS architectures • Collaborate with AEM backend developers for Sling Models, GraphQL APIs, REST APIs, and headless content delivery • Optimize Core Web Vitals, Lighthouse scores, accessibility compliance (WCAG), and overall front-end performance • Mentor development teams through code reviews, architecture discussions, UI governance, and best-practice enforcement • Collaborate with UX/UI teams to ensure pixel-perfect implementation of Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch designs • Troubleshoot complex issues related to ClientLibs, caching, CDN behavior, Edge delivery, browser compatibility, and responsive rendering

🎯 Requirements

• Expert-level knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript • Strong experience with React, Angular or SPA architecture within AEM • Expertise in responsive web design, mobile-first development, and modern CSS techniques • Strong experience with HTL (Sightly), Sling Models, AEM Client Libraries (ClientLibs), and AEM Core Components • Deep understanding of AEM Sites, Edge Delivery Services, Content Fragments, and Experience Fragments • Experience integrating front-end applications with RESTful APIs and GraphQL APIs • Strong expertise in Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, Material UI, Foundation, or similar CSS frameworks • Experience implementing enterprise design systems and reusable component libraries • Knowledge of CSS methodologies such as BEM, OOCSS, SMACSS, or Atomic Design • Experience translating Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or Storybook assets into reusable UI components • Strong understanding of Core Web Vitals, Lighthouse optimization, lazy loading, caching, critical CSS, and image optimization • Expertise in WCAG accessibility standards and cross-browser compatibility testing • Experience using Cursor IDE, GitHub Copilot, GenAI coding assistants, or AI-powered development workflows.

🏖️ Benefits

• Health insurance • Retirement plans • Flexible work arrangements • Professional development