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# Lead Engineer, AEM Front-end (India) at Code and Theory

- **Company:** Code and Theory
- **Location:** Bengaluru, India
- **Posted:** 2026-06-22
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://www.codeandtheory.com/careers/8591780002?gh_jid=8591780002

## Job description

We are seeking an experienced AEM Front-End Lead Developer to architect, lead, and deliver modern, scalable, and high-performance digital experiences using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM Sites & Edge). The ideal candidate will lead UI engineering initiatives, establish enterprise front-end standards, and drive implementation of responsive and personalized web experiences aligned with brand guidelines and accessibility standards.

This role requires deep expertise in AEM front-end architecture, ClientLibs, Edge Delivery Services, enterprise design systems, cloud deployments, and AI-assisted development workflows using Cursor, GenAI coding assistants, and modern developer tooling.

## WHAT YOU’LL DO

- Lead front-end architecture and development for enterprise AEM Sites and Edge implementations
- Design and develop scalable AEM front-end components using HTL (Sightly), React, Angular,JavaScript, and TypeScript
- Define reusable UI frameworks, enterprise design systems, component libraries, and front-end governance standards
- Implement and maintain enterprise brand guidelines across websites, landing pages, microsites, and digital campaigns
- Architect and manage scalable AEM Client Libraries (ClientLibs) including categories, embeds, dependencies, and proxy configurations
- Drive adoption of AI-assisted development workflows using Cursor IDE, GenAI coding assistants, and automated UI code-generation tools
- Lead implementation of Content Fragments, Experience Fragments, Edge Delivery Services, and headless CMS architectures
- Collaborate with AEM backend developers for Sling Models, GraphQL APIs, REST APIs, and headless content delivery
- Optimize Core Web Vitals, Lighthouse scores, accessibility compliance (WCAG), and overall front-end performance
- Mentor development teams through code reviews, architecture discussions, UI governance, and best-practice enforcement
- Collaborate with UX/UI teams to ensure pixel-perfect implementation of Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch designs
- Troubleshoot complex issues related to ClientLibs, caching, CDN behavior, Edge delivery, browser compatibility, and responsive rendering

## WHAT YOU’LL NEED

- Expert-level knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript
- Strong experience with React, Angular or SPA architecture within AEM
- Expertise in responsive web design, mobile-first development, and modern CSS techniques
- Strong experience with HTL (Sightly), Sling Models, AEM Client Libraries (ClientLibs), and AEM Core Components
- Deep understanding of AEM Sites, Edge Delivery Services, Content Fragments, and Experience Fragments
- Experience integrating front-end applications with RESTful APIs and GraphQL APIs
- Strong expertise in Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, Material UI, Foundation, or similar CSS frameworks
- Experience implementing enterprise design systems and reusable component libraries
- Knowledge of CSS methodologies such as BEM, OOCSS, SMACSS, or Atomic Design
- Experience translating Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or Storybook assets into reusable UI components

## NICE TO HAVE

- Experience with AEM SPA Editor and micro-frontend architectures
- Familiarity with Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), Workfront, and Adobe Journey Optimizer
- Knowledge of headless commerce integrations and omnichannel delivery
- Basic understanding of AEM backend architecture (OSGi, Sling, JCR)

## ABOUT US

Born in 2001, Code and Theory is a digital-first creative agency that sits at the center of creativity and technology. We pride ourselves on not only solving consumer and business problems, but also helping to establish new capabilities for our clients. With a global client roster of Fortune 100s and start-ups alike, we crave the hardest problems to solve. We have teams distributed across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. The Code and Theory global network of agencies is growing and includes Kettle, Instrument, Left Field Labs, Create Group, Current, and TrueLogic.

Striving never to be pigeonholed, we work across every major category: from tech to CPG, financial services to travel & hospitality, government and education to media and publishing. We value the collaboration with our client partners, including but not limited to Adidas, Amazon, Con Edison, Diageo, EY, J.P. Morgan Chase, Lenovo, Marriott, Mars, Microsoft, Thomson Reuters, and TikTok.

The Code and Theory network is comprised of nearly 2,000 people with 50% engineers and 50% creative talent. We’re always on the lookout for smart, driven, and forward-thinking people to join our team.

## About Code and Theory

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Code and Theory is a technology-first creative network that partners with businesses to solve complex challenges in consumer behavior, emerging tech, and AI.
- **Entity Type**: Private (subsidiary of Stagwell Group, acquired in 2016)
- **Headquarters**: New York, New York, United States
- **Founded**: 2001
- **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Digital creative agency, business consulting, technology services
- Target customers: B2B, enterprise clients (e.g., Amazon, JPMorganChase, Microsoft, NBC, NFL, Yeti)
- Mission: “To redefine what is possible to create lasting impact and drive long-term growth” [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/codeandtheory)

## Products & Services
- **Transformational Technology**: Building best-in-class platforms and technical infrastructure, often extending into connected physical expressions [codeandtheory.com](https://www.codeandtheory.com/).
- **Integrated Marketing**: Delivering the right messages to new and existing customers across the entire ecosystem [codeandtheory.com](https://www.codeandtheory.com/).
- **Data, Analytics and Research**: Data-driven approach enabling understanding of end-to-end consumer journeys, powering work from start to finish [codeandtheory.com](https://www.codeandtheory.com/).
- **Business & Organizational Consulting**: Helping clients reinvent technical infrastructure and roadmap to deliver for today’s and tomorrow’s needs [codeandtheory.com](https://www.codeandtheory.com/).
- **Services, Platforms & Products**: Defining and delivering products, services, and communications, as well as designing the business itself [codeandtheory.com](https://www.codeandtheory.com/).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (subsidiary of Stagwell, a publicly traded company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue $30.5M (LinkedIn estimate, 2025) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/codeandtheory)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Parent company Stagwell Group; key clients include Amazon, JPMorganChase, Microsoft, NBC, NFL, Yeti [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/codeandtheory)
- **Growth Signals**: 540 employees (+0.3% YoY), operates in 15 countries, active job postings (10), recent AI transformation hires (Head of AI, AI Transformation Lead) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/codeandtheory)

## Competitive Advantages
- Balanced workforce: 50% creative, 50% engineers, enabling seamless integration of creativity and technology [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/codeandtheory)
- Strong client roster across industries (finance, healthcare, tech, media)
- Deep expertise in publishing – embedded in 135+ newsrooms over the past decade [builtinnyc.com](https://www.builtinnyc.com/company/code-and-theory)
- Part of Stagwell network, providing global footprint and resources

## Strategic Focus
- AI transformation: dedicated roles like Head of AI and AI Transformation Lead [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/codeandtheory)
- Expanding data and analytics capabilities
- Continued growth in integrated marketing and business consulting

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Described as “not typical,” with emphasis on smart, interesting, forward-thinking people. Open door policy, flexible work schedule, hybrid workspace (combination of remote and on-site) [builtinnyc.com](https://www.builtinnyc.com/company/code-and-theory)
- **Perks**: 401(K) matching, generous parental leave, family medical leave, dental/vision/disability insurance, FSA, paid holidays, generous PTO, company-sponsored happy hours [builtinnyc.com](https://www.builtinnyc.com/company/code-and-theory)
- **Professional Development**: Job training & conferences, mentorship program, promote from within [builtinnyc.com](https://www.builtinnyc.com/company/code-and-theory)
- **Diversity**: Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff, diversity manifesto, documented equal pay policy [builtinnyc.com](https://www.builtinnyc.com/company/code-and-theory)
- **Locations**: New York (HQ), Manila, Bengaluru, plus other global offices [codeandtheory.com](https://www.codeandtheory.com/location/new-york)
- **Salary Examples**: Junior Creative Strategist ~$93k, Senior Strategist ~$144k, Brand Strategist ~$112k [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/codeandtheory)
- **Active Hiring**: 10 open positions (e.g., Senior Recruiter, AI roles, Engineering, Marketing) [job-boards.greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/codeandtheory)

## Sources
1. [Code and Theory Website](https://www.codeandtheory.com/)
2. [LinkedIn Company Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/codeandtheory)
3. [Built In NYC Profile](https://www.builtinnyc.com/company/code-and-theory)
4. [Careers Page (Greenhouse)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/codeandtheory)

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