AEM Edge Delivery Services (EDS) Backend Developer

TL;DR

Senior AEM Edge Delivery Services (EDS) Backend Developer (Java): Building and optimizing AEM-based content platforms with an accent on AEM as a Cloud Service, Universal Editor, Content Fragment APIs/GraphQL, Sling/OSGi services, and integration with external systems. Focus on leading backend engineering across multi-region, scalable deployments, ensuring performance, security, resilience, and DevOps maturity in cloud-native AEM environments.

Location: Remote in Latam

Company

Valtech is an experience innovation company that partners with recognized brands to drive digital transformation through data, AI, creativity, and technology.

What you will do

• Implement backend solutions for AEM (Cloud Service) and EDS, including Sling Models, OSGi services, custom workflows, and content APIs.
• Model content with Content Fragment Models and expose structured content via GraphQL for omnichannel consumption.
• Define and establish caching strategies using Dispatcher/CDN for EDS and classic AEM delivery.
• Develop REST/GraphQL endpoints and integrate backend services with external systems like CRM, PIM, DAM, and identity providers.
• Own CI/CD pipelines for AEM Cloud Service, ensuring code quality, static analysis, automated tests, and deployment promotion.
• Apply OWASP best practices, secure endpoints, handle PII compliance, and design role-based access and workflow governance.

Requirements

• 8–12+ years of software engineering experience, with 6+ years in AEM and 4+ years in AEM Cloud Service and Edge Delivery Services.
• Strong proficiency in Java 11+/17, Sling, OSGi, JCR, Oak, AEM Core Components, Content Fragments, and GraphQL.
• Experience with Universal Editor authoring models and EDS delivery workflows.
• Expertise in API design (REST/GraphQL), integration patterns, and event-driven architectures.
• Proficiency in DevOps, CI/CD, cloud logging/monitoring, and Dispatcher/CDN tuning.
• Knowledge of security best practices including OAuth2/OIDC, JWT, secure headers, and secrets management.

Nice to have

• Experience with Adobe Cloud Manager pipeline tuning and Adobe I/O Runtime (serverless).
• Knowledge of Adobe Target/Launch/Analytics integration.
• Experience with headless/omnichannel delivery to mobile/web/IoT.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work options, with remote and hybrid possibilities (country-dependent).
• Opportunities for career advancement and international mobility.
• Access to continuous learning, cutting-edge tools, and professional development programs.
• A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity, and autonomy.
• Focus on an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow and thrive.