Code and Theory

Code and Theory

Lead Engineer, AEM (US)

New York, New York, United States; Remote

Sponsorship not specified$120k-$170kDetected 13 days ago
JavaScriptTypeScriptReactAngularHTMLCSSTailwind CSSCode ReviewGitGraphQLRESTFigmaSketchAdobe XDDesign SystemsAccessibilityCollaboration

About the role

  • We pride ourselves on not only solving consumer and business problems, but also helping to establish new capabilities for our clients.
  • With a global client roster of Fortune 100s and start-ups alike, we crave the hardest problems to solve.

Responsibilities

  • 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
  • Collaborate with UX/UI teams to ensure pixel-perfect implementation of Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch designs

Requirements

  • Expert-level knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript
  • Strong experience with React, Angular or SPA architecture within AEM
  • Strong experience with HTL (Sightly), Sling Models, AEM Client Libraries (ClientLibs), and AEM Core Components
  • 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 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

Nice to have

  • Experience with AEM SPA Editor and micro-frontend architectures
  • Familiarity with Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), Workfront, and Adobe Journey Optimizer
  • Knowledge of headless commerce integrations and omnichannel delivery
  • Basic understanding of AEM backend architecture (OSGi, Sling, JCR)

Skills

  • Our engineers are AI native and engage in and advance the state of the art in the practice of software development with AI.
  • from tech to CPG, financial services to travel & hospitality, government and education to media and publishing.
  • The Code and Theory network is comprised of nearly 2,000 people with 50% engineers and 50% creative talent.

Compensation

  • The base compensation range for this role is $120,000 – $170,000 and spans multiple levels.

Company info

  • Born in 2001, Code and Theory is a digital-first creative agency that sits at the center of creativity and technology.
  • We have teams distributed across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.
  • The Code and Theory global network of agencies is growing and includes Kettle, Instrument, Left Field Labs, Create Group, Current, and TrueLogic.
  • Striving never to be pigeonholed, we work across every major category: from tech to CPG, financial services to travel & hospitality, government and education to media and publishing.
  • We value the collaboration with our client partners, including but not limited to Adidas, Amazon, Con Edison, Diageo, EY, J.P. Morgan Chase, Lenovo, Marriott, Mars, Microsoft, Thomson Reuters, and TikTok.
  • We're always on the lookout for smart, driven, and forward-thinking people to join our team.
  • The base compensation range for this role is $120,000 - $170,000 and spans multiple levels.
  • We're open to hiring at the level that best matches the right candidate's experience.
  • Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, budget, and location.
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