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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead AEM Developer - **Company:** Dept - **Location:** Amsterdam, Netherlands - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Adobe Experience Manager, Adobe Marketing Cloud, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Middleware, Automation of Marketing, Scrum Methodology, Systems Integration, ReactJS, Adobe, AngularJS, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Osgi, Restful APIs, Legacy Systems - **Published:** July 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.nl/details/5775574097 ## About the Role * Deep project knowledge and hands-on experience with Adobe Experience Manager (preferably AEMaaCS), Adobe Commerce, and ideally marketing automation platforms. * Proficiency in development technologies including Java, JCR, HTL, and OSGi configurations, as well as front-end frameworks like React or Angular for headless CMS implementations. * Practical experience with APIs (e.g., RESTful, GraphQL) and middleware solutions for seamless integration. * Adobe certifications (e.g., Adobe Certified Expert, Adobe Certified Master) are a significant advantage. * Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban, with demonstrated success leading teams in an Agile environment. * The ability to consult our clients and teams on the best implementation approaches. * You speak and write English at a professional level (C1). ## Description This role is part of our Experience & Engineering team. We combine our skills in developing future-ready technical solutions with our expertise in creating beautiful designs to deliver exceptional and engaging digital experiences that build lasting relationships with our clients like Gant, Inter Milan, bol.com and Just Eat Takeaway., We are seeking a highly motivated AEM Tech Lead to serve as the architectural backbone of our Adobe Experience Manager practice. In this role, you will bridge the gap between high-level business ambitions and technical execution, ensuring our projects are delivered with scalp-level precision and scalability. As a Tech Lead, you aren't just a developer; you are a visionary who maintains a "helicopter view" of the entire ecosystem. 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