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Sr. AEM System Architect

Chennai, India

About WPP Production

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior AEM System Architect to lead the design, architecture, and delivery of enterprise-scale Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) solutions. This is a senior-level individual contributor and technical leadership role responsible for driving end-to-end solution architecture across AEM Sites, Assets, Forms, and Commerce, while partnering with cross-functional engineering teams and advising clients on Digital Experience Platform (DXP) strategy.

The ideal candidate will bring deep hands-on expertise in both on-premise AEM and AEM as a Cloud Service (AEMaaCS) environments, along with a strong understanding of the broader Adobe ecosystem. This role requires a blend of technical depth, architectural vision, and stakeholder management skills to translate complex technical solutions into measurable business value.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Architecture & Design

  • Own and drive end-to-end AEM solution architecture, including content modelling, JCR structure, delivery architecture, caching, and CDN strategies.
  • Define and document High-Level Designs (HLDs), Low-Level Designs (LLDs), and Architecture Decision Records (ADRs).
  • Evaluate and establish architectural approaches across headless, hybrid, and traditional AEM delivery models.
  • Design scalable multi-site, multi-tenant, and multi-region implementations using MSM, Live Copy, and Language Copy.
  • Establish robust security architecture, including service users, SAML/SSO integration, CSRF protection, and permission hierarchies.

Technical Leadership

  • Lead architecture reviews, code reviews, and define enterprise-grade AEM development standards and reusable frameworks.
  • Mentor and guide AEM engineering teams on OSGi services, Sling Models, HTL development, API architecture, and best practices.
  • Drive DevOps maturity through Adobe Cloud Manager and CI/CD implementation strategies.
  • Lead performance optimisation initiatives including Dispatcher tuning, Oak index optimisation, cache management, and CDN integration.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Conduct client workshops, discovery sessions, solution consulting, and support RFP/pre-sales engagements.
  • Translate technical architecture decisions into business-friendly communication for executive and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Act as the primary technical liaison between client architecture teams, Adobe TAMs, and SI partners.
  • Provide delivery estimates, solution risk assessments, and capacity planning for large-scale AEM programmes.

Platform & Ecosystem Stewardship

  • Stay aligned with the latest AEM roadmap, Adobe Experience Platform (AEP) capabilities, and emerging DXP trends.
  • Architect integrations across Adobe Analytics, Target, Campaign, Launch, and Adobe Commerce.
  • Provide strategic guidance on AEM Commerce (CIF), DAM implementations, Dynamic Media/Scene7, and enterprise-scale asset management.
  • Proactively identify and resolve systemic platform risks, including replication failures, Oak indexing issues, memory leaks, and security vulnerabilities.

Technical Expertise

Core AEM & Development Stack

  • Java / J2EE – OSGi services, Sling Models, custom servlets, schedulers, and event listeners
  • HTL (Sightly) – component templating and advanced authoring patterns
  • Maven – AEM archetypes, package management, and cloud-ready builds
  • Frontend technologies – HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript, React or Angular
  • GraphQL – persisted queries, schema design, and headless content delivery
  • Node.js – migration tooling and automation scripts

Cloud, DevOps & Infrastructure

  • Adobe Cloud Manager – pipelines, environments, and quality gates
  • CI/CD – Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps
  • Docker & Kubernetes for hybrid/on-prem deployments
  • CDN integration – Akamai, Fastly, or Cloudflare
  • Infrastructure as Code – Terraform or ARM templates

Adobe Ecosystem & Integrations

  • Adobe Experience Platform (AEP)
  • Adobe Analytics & Launch (Tags)
  • Adobe Target & ContextHub
  • Commerce Integration Framework (CIF)
  • Identity & SSO – SAML 2.0, OAuth2, Adobe IMS, LDAP
  • Search technologies – Solr, Elasticsearch, Oak Lucene
  • Caching technologies – Dispatcher, Redis, Ehcache, CDN strategies

Mandatory Project Experience

Candidates should demonstrate hands-on ownership of at least four of the following:

  • AEM On-Premise to AEMaaCS migration projects
  • Global multi-site implementations across 10+ country sites
  • Headless or hybrid AEM architectures using GraphQL and React/Next.js
  • AEM personalisation with Adobe Target and AEP
  • Large-scale DAM implementations with Dynamic Media/Scene7
  • AEM Commerce (CIF) implementations
  • Performance stabilisation and production rescue engagements
  • End-to-end Cloud Manager and CI/CD pipeline setup

Educational Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related engineering discipline (mandatory)
  • Master’s degree is an added advantage

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Why work here: 
At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact 
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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