AEM Template Developer

AEM Template Developer Job Title AEM Template Developer Position Overview We are seeking an experienced AEM Forms Template Developer to support a large, multi-phase migration initiative. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience developing and maintaining complex XDP form templates using AEM Forms Designer / Adobe LiveCycle Designer. The candidate will be responsible for designing dynamic forms for print, web, and correspondence channels, integrating templates with structured data sources, and supporting high-volume template development and migration activities.

Key Responsibilities

Create, develop, and maintain complex XDP form templates using AEM Forms Designer / Adobe LiveCycle Designer. Design templates for print, web, and correspondence channels. Develop complex XDP layouts using:Subforms Target areas Tables Layout fragments Dynamic images Map XDP templates with XML Schema (XSD), Form Data Models (FDM), and JSON datasets. Enable dynamic data prefill and secure form submission through appropriate data mappings and integrations. Support AEM template development activities at a fast pace to meet the requirements of a large-scale, multi-phase migration effort. Develop reusable and maintainable templates while following established development standards and guidelines. Troubleshoot template, data-binding, layout, and rendering issues. Collaborate with project teams and technical stakeholders to resolve template and migration-related issues. Monitor batch processing activities and provide pager/production support as required. Coach and provide technical guidance to team members on AEM template development practices. Contribute to the revision and improvement of development standards, templates, and guidelines. Create and maintain technical and development documentation. Required Technical Skills Primary Platform AEM Forms 6.5 LTS Strong hands-on experience. Form Design AEM Forms Designer Adobe LiveCycle Designer Strong experience XDP/XFA form development Complex form layout and template design Programming Languages Java Strong experience JavaScript Strong experience HTML5 Strong experience AEM / Core Frameworks OSGi Apache Sling JCR Form Data Model (FDM) Data & Form Technologies XML XSD XFA JSON Document Fragments Dynamic data binding and prefill Secure form submission Development Tools Maven Git Eclipse Preferred Skills Jira Shell scripting Batch scheduling and monitoring Production/pager support experience Experience supporting large-scale migration initiatives Experience mentoring or coaching junior team members Key Responsibilities & Deliverables Deliver AEM templates within aggressive timelines to support the multi-phase migration effort. Ensure templates meet functional, technical, layout, and data-binding requirements. Support batch monitoring and production/pager activities. Provide technical guidance and coaching to team members. Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation. Contribute to the creation, maintenance, and revision of AEM template development standards and guidelines. Support successful completion of all phases of the migration program. Required Experience Strong hands-on experience with AEM Forms 6.5 LTS and AEM Forms Designer / Adobe LiveCycle Designer. Demonstrated experience developing complex XDP/XFA templates. Strong understanding of XSD, XML, JSON, FDM, and data binding. Experience with AEM technologies including OSGi, Apache Sling, and JCR. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment supporting high-volume template development and migration activities. Strong troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and collaboration skills.