VML

AEP Architect

VML$100K — $230K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience with Adobe Experience Platform (AEP) at principal or senior architect level
  • Deep expertise in RTCDP configuration and optimization
  • Skilled in XDM schema design and data modeling
  • Proficient in identity graph configuration and namespace design
  • Experience in profile building, enablement, and unification
  • Strong understanding of customer data architecture principles
  • Proven ability to lead enterprise-scale data transformations independently

Responsibilities

  • Define and own the XDM schema strategy
  • Design scalable, future-proof data models within AEP
  • Configure and optimize Real-Time Customer Data Platform (RTCDP)
  • Design and govern identity namespace strategies
  • Lead profile stitching and unification at enterprise scale
  • Troubleshoot profile inconsistencies and identity resolution issues
  • Establish and enforce data governance frameworks within AEP

Benefits

  • Adopts a hybrid work approach, fostering creativity and collaboration
  • Offers accommodations for flexibility during the interview process
  • Provides a competitive benefits package
Full Job Description


AEP Architect

About the Role

We are looking for a Principal-Level Adobe Experience Platform (AEP) Architect to lead the holistic design and governance of AEP deployments across large-scale enterprise transformations. This is a data architecture-focused role - not campaign activation - centred on building the scalable, governed foundation that makes real-time customer intelligence possible.

You will serve as the technical lead on complex engagements, defining how data is structured, unified, and governed within AEP, and ensuring downstream activation tools can trust and leverage what you build.

What You'll Do

Data Architecture & Schema Strategy
  • Define and own the XDM schema strategy aligned to enterprise data architecture principles
  • Design scalable, future-proof data models within AEP
  • Configure and optimise Real-Time Customer Data Platform (RTCDP)

Identity & Profile
  • Design and govern identity namespace strategies and identity graph configuration
  • Lead profile stitching, unification, and profile enablement at enterprise scale
  • Troubleshoot profile inconsistencies and identity resolution issues

Data Ingestion & Governance
  • Define and manage datasets, batch and streaming data ingestion, and profile-enabled schemas
  • Establish and enforce data governance frameworks within AEP
  • Collaborate with data engineering teams to ensure accurate data transformation and mapping

Technical Leadership
  • Serve as the senior technical lead on large-scale enterprise AEP transformations
  • Integrate AEP with downstream activation tools and broader enterprise ecosystems
  • Operate independently and with authority in complex, multi-stakeholder environments


What You'll Bring

Required
  • Proven, hands-on experience with Adobe Experience Platform (AEP) at principal or senior architect level
  • Deep expertise across:
  • RTCDP configuration and optimisation
  • XDM schema design and data modelling
  • Identity graph configuration and namespace design
  • Profile building, enablement, and unification
  • Strong understanding of customer data architecture principles
  • Demonstrated ability to lead enterprise-scale data transformations independently

Nice to Have
  • Background as a Data Engineer or Data Architect prior to AEP specialisation
  • Experience integrating multiple enterprise data sources into AEP
  • Familiarity with the broader Adobe ecosystem - AJO, Adobe Target, Adobe Analytics


The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details.

$100,000-$230,000 USD

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

About VML

VML is a global marketing and advertising agency. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. VML provides a wide range of services including brand strategy, creative design, social media, and e-commerce. The company has worked with several high-profile clients including Ford, PepsiCo, and Wendy's. VML has won numerous awards for its innovative marketing campaigns and has been recognized as one of the top advertising agencies in the world.
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