Architect, Software Engineering (Adobe - AEM/WorkFront)

Stack

Responsibilities

• ▹Perform deep frontend code audits and implement targeted speed optimizations (page-load speed, edge routing, script minimization)
• ▹Lead hands-on migrations from legacy, on-prem or managed web environments to modern cloud-native CMS architectures
• ▹Reconfigure asset taxonomies, permissions, metadata schemas and SSO paths to unblock creative workflows
• ▹Build and optimize modern headless/decoupled web frontends
• ▹Document code fixes and establish SOPs for client development teams

Requirements

• ▹10+ years of software engineering experience focused on frontend performance, modern CSS/JS frameworks (React, Next.js) and headless web development
• ▹Deep technical understanding of CDN edge routing, web caching layers, SSO configurations and taxonomy models
• ▹Hands-on engineering expertise across Adobe Experience Manager (AEM Sites and AEM Assets), including AEM Cloud Service and legacy on-prem/managed versions
• ▹Direct development experience deploying and tuning AEM Edge Delivery Services (EDS) for high-speed page performance
• ▹Proven experience with AEM Assets (DAM), asset search facets and creative workflows across Creative Cloud for Enterprise and Adobe Express
• ▹Experience integrating commerce capabilities (products, payment, fulfillment) leveraging Adobe Commerce and similar platforms

Soft skills

What we offer

• ▹15 days paid PTO, 10 public holidays + birthday off
• ▹Medical, dental and mental health support/benefits (via Canada Life)
• ▹Learning & growth opportunities, certifications
• ▹Enhanced family leave (after 1 year)
• ▹Flexible, hybrid working policy
• ▹Buddy Program
• ▹Office perks in the Toronto office
• ▹Fully remote role with travel expected

About the company

DEPT® describes itself as "pioneers at heart" — a digitally-born agency with deep tech and marketing expertise, present in 20+ countries, hiring curious, self-driven talent.