AEM Backend Developer

About Kanerika: Kanerika is rated 4.6/5 on Glassdoor, for many good reasons. At Kanerika, the value placed on employees" growth, well-being, and diversity is evident through various experiences. The company offers a range of benefits that foster personal and professional growth. Inclusive hiring practices, mandatory training for a safe work environment, flexible working hours, and generous parental leave are some of the ways Kanerika prioritizes the well-being and success of its employees. Professional development is a key focus, supported by mentorship programs, job training initiatives, and assistance with professional certifications. Company-sponsored outings and time-off benefits contribute to maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Join the vibrant and diverse community at Kanerika, where talents are recognized, growth is nurtured, and contributions have a real impact. Refer to the benefits section below for the perks available while working at Kanerika. Locations: Hyderabad, Indore, and Ahmedabad. Role: Kanerika is seeking an experienced AEM Backend Developer to join the digital platforms team. The ideal candidate will possess strong backend development skills in Java (primary) and/or Python, with a track record of designing and building scalable, maintainable Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) solutions. This role will involve implementing backend logic, custom workflows, integrations, and supporting content management features. Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain AEM-based backend solutions, components, and templates. - Develop custom AEM Sling models, servlets, services, and OSGi components. - Build and integrate RESTful services and APIs to support frontend and third-party systems. - Collaborate closely with frontend developers and AEM content authors to facilitate dynamic content delivery. - Create automation scripts using Java/Python for data handling, deployment, and reporting requirements. - Implement AEM workflows, user permissions, and version control for content. - Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in AEM environments. - Optimize AEM performance, scalability, and security configurations. What You'll Bring: - Bachelors degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. - Proven experience in delivering high-quality web applications. - Mandatory Skills: - 3+ years of experience in AEM backend development. - Strong hands-on experience with Java, OSGi, Sling, and JCR. - Experience with Python for backend scripting, automation, or integration tasks. - Knowledge of AEM architecture including dispatcher, replication agents, and workflows. - Experience working with AEM APIs, servlets, event handlers, schedulers, and custom components. - Understanding of REST APIs, JSON/XML data handling. - Familiarity with Maven, Git, Jenkins, and Agile development practices. Preferred Skills (Nice to Have): - Exposure to Adobe Experience Cloud tools like Adobe Target, Analytics, Campaign. - Working knowledge of cloud-based AEM (Adobe as a Cloud Service) is a plus. - Basic familiarity with frontend technologies (React/Angular/HTL) is beneficial.,