Job Description
About Northern
Headquartered in London, Ontario, Northern is an integrated digital solutions agency specializing in helping leading commercial and public service brands navigate digital change. By leveraging our expertise and deep understanding of our clients’ businesses, we collaborate to design, create, and enable tailored digital experiences that drive growth.
Since our founding in 2015, Northern has grown to 200+ employees, receiving multiple recognitions in employee engagement from Great Place to Work® Canada, including Best Workplaces™ for Inclusion, Women, Mental Health, Hybrid Work, and more.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for a highly skilled AEM Architect to join our team. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Adobe IO, Edge Delivery Services (EDS), and App Builder to design, implement, and optimize AEM solutions that power seamless digital experiences across web and mobile platforms.
Our Connected Workplace Program gives you the option to choose a remote, hybrid or in-office workspace! (Within North America) Benefits of Becoming a Northerner
In exchange for your talent, Northern offers:
Benefits Plans, HSA / QSEHRA
Employee Wellness & EAPs
Fitness Reimbursement and Vet Care Programs
RRSP Matching / 401K
Profit Sharing
Flexible work to promote work-life integration
Home office allowance
Referral bonus program, company social events, and more!
What You’ll Be Doing:
Architect, design, and implement AEM (Adobe Experience Manager) solutions that align with business and technical requirements.
Lead AEM migration, upgrade, and integration projects, ensuring adherence to performance, scalability, and security best practices.
Develop and integrate Adobe IO, Edge Delivery Services (EDS), and App Builder solutions to extend AEM capabilities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and stakeholders, to define project roadmaps and technical strategies.
Ensure AEM component development follows best practices for reusability, performance, and maintainability.
Optimize AEM content delivery and authoring workflows to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex AEM-related issues with hands-on guidance.
Stay ahead of Adobe Experience Cloud innovations and recommend improvements.
Mentor and provide architectural oversight for AEM developers throughout the software development lifecycle.
What We’re Looking For:
7+ years of experience in AEM development and architecture, including AEM Sites and AEM as a Cloud Service.
Expertise in Adobe IO, Edge Delivery Services (EDS), and App Builder to build scalable digital solutions.
Expertise with GraphQL, REST APIs, and microservices architectures.
Adobe Certified Expert – AEM Sites Architect or AEM Developer certification.
Strong understanding of AEM architecture, Sling models, OSGi services, and Content Fragment Models.
Hands-on experience with Java, JavaScript, Node.js, and React for front-end and backend integrations.
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and cloud-based deployment strategies.
Experience integrating AEM with third-party APIs, GraphQL, and headless CMS architectures.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
Excellent communication skills and experience working with stakeholders at all levels.
Nice to Haves:
Experience with modern web technologies such as Next.js, Vue.js, or React.js.
Background in performance tuning and security best practices for AEM implementations.
Why Join Northern?:
Work on cutting-edge Adobe Experience Cloud projects with a talented and collaborative team.
Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
A culture that fosters innovation, teamwork, and creativity.
If you’re an AEM expert looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and be part of our growing digital experience team!
Equity and Diversity
Northern welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity, employment equity, and diversity in the workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including but not limited to members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, individuals with diverse abilities, and those of all gender identities and expressions.
We are also committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available at every stage of the hiring process. If you require support or adjustments to participate fully, please let us know when you apply, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Headquartered in London, Ontario, Northern is an integrated digital solutions agency specializing in helping leading commercial and public service brands navigate digital change. By leveraging our expertise and deep understanding of our clients’ businesses, we collaborate to design, create, and enable tailored digital experiences that drive growth.
Since our founding in 2015, Northern has grown to 200+ employees, receiving multiple recognitions in employee engagement from Great Place to Work® Canada, including Best Workplaces™ for Inclusion, Women, Mental Health, Hybrid Work, and more.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for a highly skilled AEM Architect to join our team. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Adobe IO, Edge Delivery Services (EDS), and App Builder to design, implement, and optimize AEM solutions that power seamless digital experiences across web and mobile platforms.
Our Connected Workplace Program gives you the option to choose a remote, hybrid or in-office workspace! (Within North America) Benefits of Becoming a Northerner
In exchange for your talent, Northern offers:
Benefits Plans, HSA / QSEHRA
Employee Wellness & EAPs
Fitness Reimbursement and Vet Care Programs
RRSP Matching / 401K
Profit Sharing
Flexible work to promote work-life integration
Home office allowance
Referral bonus program, company social events, and more!
What You’ll Be Doing:
Architect, design, and implement AEM (Adobe Experience Manager) solutions that align with business and technical requirements.
Lead AEM migration, upgrade, and integration projects, ensuring adherence to performance, scalability, and security best practices.
Develop and integrate Adobe IO, Edge Delivery Services (EDS), and App Builder solutions to extend AEM capabilities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and stakeholders, to define project roadmaps and technical strategies.
Ensure AEM component development follows best practices for reusability, performance, and maintainability.
Optimize AEM content delivery and authoring workflows to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex AEM-related issues with hands-on guidance.
Stay ahead of Adobe Experience Cloud innovations and recommend improvements.
Mentor and provide architectural oversight for AEM developers throughout the software development lifecycle.
What We’re Looking For:
7+ years of experience in AEM development and architecture, including AEM Sites and AEM as a Cloud Service.
Expertise in Adobe IO, Edge Delivery Services (EDS), and App Builder to build scalable digital solutions.
Expertise with GraphQL, REST APIs, and microservices architectures.
Adobe Certified Expert – AEM Sites Architect or AEM Developer certification.
Strong understanding of AEM architecture, Sling models, OSGi services, and Content Fragment Models.
Hands-on experience with Java, JavaScript, Node.js, and React for front-end and backend integrations.
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and cloud-based deployment strategies.
Experience integrating AEM with third-party APIs, GraphQL, and headless CMS architectures.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
Excellent communication skills and experience working with stakeholders at all levels.
Nice to Haves:
Experience with modern web technologies such as Next.js, Vue.js, or React.js.
Background in performance tuning and security best practices for AEM implementations.
Why Join Northern?:
Work on cutting-edge Adobe Experience Cloud projects with a talented and collaborative team.
Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
A culture that fosters innovation, teamwork, and creativity.
If you’re an AEM expert looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and be part of our growing digital experience team!
Equity and Diversity
Northern welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity, employment equity, and diversity in the workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including but not limited to members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, individuals with diverse abilities, and those of all gender identities and expressions.
We are also committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available at every stage of the hiring process. If you require support or adjustments to participate fully, please let us know when you apply, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
💡 Quick Summary
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Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Architect / Interior Designer Jobs is a plus.
