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Application Engineer - III

@ Vanguard
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Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Design AEM, Build UI, Collaborate teams
Requirements Summary:5-7 years of hands-on software engineering; strong AEM UI development and architecture; REST/GraphQL; CI/CD; performance and accessibility focus.
Technical Tools Mentioned:AEM, Sling Models, OSGi, HTL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, GraphQL, REST, CI/CD
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Job Description Summary

We’re seeking an Application Engineer III to join our dynamic team. This role is primarily focused on AEM headful architecture, delivering rich, component-driven, omni-channel user experiences. You will contribute across the full development lifecycle—architecture, UI development, testing, and operations—while influencing engineering standards and supporting technical excellence across the team.

Core Responsibilities

  • Design and develop AEM Sites–based (headful) experiences, including components, templates, dialogs, and content models using Sling Models, OSGi, and HTL.
  • Build high-quality, performant, and accessible UI experiences using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Java.
  • Partner closely with UX and design teams to translate design systems into reusable AEM components and author-friendly experiences.
  • Implement hybrid AEM patterns where appropriate, including Content APIs, GraphQL, and reusable UI libraries—while maintaining headful AEM as the primary delivery model.
  • Integrate AEM with enterprise platforms and downstream services using REST and GraphQL APIs.
  • Ensure consistency in content structures, data models, caching strategies, and overall site performance.
  • Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, code quality gates, and observability tooling.
  • Support performance optimization, including Dispatcher/CDN configuration, caching strategies, and image optimization.
  • Troubleshoot production issues and contribute to operational excellence and platform stability.
  • Collaborate closely with Product, UX, MarTech, Cloud, and cross‑functional teams to align on architecture, content governance, and delivery standards.
  • Participate in architecture discussions, design reviews, peer code reviews, and pair programming.
  • Share knowledge, mentor teammates, and support onboarding of new developers.

Nice to Have

  • AEM Cloud, AEM Core Components, Adobe Launch, Adobe WebSDK, Adobe Target, and Adobe Experience Platform (AEP).
  • Cloud experience (AWS or Azure), including services such as CloudFront, S3, IAM, Lambda, and containerized runtime environments.
  • Experience with modern frontend frameworks such as React, Angular, or Web Components (Lit), particularly when integrated into AEM UI patterns.
  • Exposure to headless AEM implementations or hybrid delivery models (not the primary focus, but beneficial).
  • Experience integrating mobile applications (iOS/Android) with AEM services.
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code).
  • Experience supporting omnichannel digital experiences across web and mobile platforms.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
  • 5–7+ years of hands-on software engineering experience, with deep expertise in AEM UI development and architecture.
  • Proven experience delivering headful AEM solutions from build through launch, including components, templates, content governance, and integrations.
  • Strong experience with frontend engineering within AEM, including performance optimization, accessibility (WCAG), and SEO best practices.
  • Working knowledge of API-first development (REST/GraphQL), CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing.
  • Solid understanding of secure coding practices and scalable AEM architecture.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, product, and design teams.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, technical growth, and engineering excellence.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.