Global Data Consultants

AEM Solutions Architect

Global Data Consultants • $100K — $130K *
Harrisburg, PA 17112In-Person
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-10 years in enterprise content management or digital platform architecture.
  • Hands-on expertise in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) across various implementations.
  • Strong Java knowledge with experience in Sling and dispatcher frameworks.
  • Proven experience in assessing complex, customized platforms for supportability risks.
  • Ability to develop comprehensive technical assessments and documentation strategies.
  • Strong written communication skills for executive-level presentations.
  • Experience in transitioning platforms to internal or hybrid support models.

Responsibilities

  • Lead assessment and architecture review of current AEM implementation.
  • Define support model and transition strategy with clear responsibilities.
  • Provide architectural leadership across AEM tools and components.
  • Translate business needs into scalable technical architecture and workflows.
  • Establish governance frameworks to ensure platform supportability and best practices.
  • Guide development teams on security, performance, and code quality standards.
  • Identify documentation gaps and lead knowledge transfer from vendors.

Benefits

  • Flexible remote work arrangements.
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and frameworks.
  • Engagement with cross-functional teams and leadership.
Full Job Description
Overview

GDC IT Solutions is currently seeking an AEM Solution Architect to work in a REMOTE capacity.

As an AEM Solution Architect, you will be responsible for assessing and guiding the future state of a highly customized Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) as a Cloud Service implementation, including defining sustainable support models, governance, and architectural direction.

Responsibilities

  • Lead platform assessment and architecture review of the current AEM as a Cloud Service implementation, identifying risks, over-customization, and opportunities for simplification and stabilization.
  • Define support model and transition strategy, including internal, contractor, and vendor responsibilities, and required future-state roles.
  • Provide architectural leadership across AEM tools including Sites, Assets, Forms, and related components.
  • Translate business requirements into scalable technical architecture, workflows, and content models.
  • Establish governance frameworks, standards, and guardrails to ensure long-term platform supportability and alignment with best practices.
  • Guide development teams on security, performance, code quality, and enforcement of development standards.
  • Identify documentation gaps, establish standards, and lead knowledge transfer from vendors to internal teams.
  • Serve as a strategic technical advisor to leadership, translating complex architecture into actionable guidance.
  • Evaluate vendor performance and contribute to contractor scope, accountability, and technical expectations.
  • Surface platform risks, dependencies, and tradeoffs to support informed decision-making.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with product, UX, engineering, and operational stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 8-10 years of experience in enterprise content management, digital platform architecture, or related fields.
  • Deep hands-on expertise with Adobe Experience Manager across architecture, implementation, and support.
  • Strong knowledge of Java, Sling, dispatcher, and front-end integration.
  • Experience assessing complex, highly customized enterprise platforms and identifying supportability risks.
  • Experience working with vendor-built systems and evaluating transition readiness.
  • Proven ability to develop technical assessments, support models, and documentation strategies.
  • Strong written communication skills, including creating executive-level assessments and recommendations.
  • Experience with collaboration and delivery tools such as Confluence, SharePoint, or Azure DevOps.
  • Experience transitioning platforms from vendor-led to internal or hybrid support models.
  • Experience establishing enterprise platform governance, including customization standards and change management.
  • Experience contributing to technical procurement efforts, SOW development, or contractor role definition.
  • Experience supporting large-scale public-facing or government digital platforms.
  • Familiarity with AEM as a Cloud Service operations, including Cloud Manager, deployment pipelines, and DevOps practices.
  • Understanding of AEM security models and accessibility requirements.
  • Relevant Adobe or architecture certifications.

About Global Data Consultants

Global Data Consultants (GDC) is a full-service Information Technology (IT) Solutions Provider with extensive experience in the design, implementation, and support of enterprise-level IT solutions and systems. GDC has a proven track record in delivering high-quality, cost-effective IT services to clients in a variety of industries. GDC's services include IT consulting, managed services, cloud services, cybersecurity, and software development. GDC is committed to providing exceptional customer service and building long-term relationships with its clients.
Learn more about Global Data Consultants
Size
200 employees
Industry
Information Technology
Net Income
$1 million
Founded
1995
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$20 million
NASDAQ
GDC
* Ladders Estimates

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