Why Valtech? We’re advisors, visionaries, creative and techies. We embrace all things digital. We talk to each other. We have fun. We love our clients. We’re looking ahead We are globalWhy Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values -driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience.The opportunityAt Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering current digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries.Please note, we are only accepting applicants from the provinces of Ontario and Québec for this role. For Québec-based candidates, fluency in English is necessary because the position entails collaboration with teams based in the rest of Americas and occasionally in Europe.As a Technical Lead – AEM & Edge Delivery Services (EDS), youare responsible for driving the technical vision, architecture, and delivery excellence of digital experience platforms built on Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Cloud Service and Edge Delivery Services .You bring deep backendexpertisecombined with leadership capabilities, guiding engineering teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions. You will play a critical role in shaping solution architecture, enforcing best practices, and mentoring developers, whileremaininghands-on in complex implementations.You will thrive in this role if you are:A curious problem solver who challenges the status quoA collaborator who values teamwork and knowledge-sharingExcited by the intersection of technology, creativity and dataExperienced in Agile methodologies and consulting (a plus)Role responsibilitiesTechnical Leadership & ArchitectureOwn and drive solution architecture for AEM Cloud Service and EDS implementationsDefine technical standards, best practices, and development guidelinesEstablish and enforce non-functional requirements (performance, scalability, security, resiliency)Lead design decisions across backend architecture, APIs,



and integrationsPartner with Architects to align technical solutions with business objectivesLead development of AEM backend solutions using:OSGi servicesDesign and deliver headless and omnichannel architectures using EDSImplement integrations with CRM, PIM, DAM, marketing tech, and identity systemsOversee API strategy (REST/GraphQL) ensuring scalability and maintainabilityCloud, DevOps & Quality OwnershipOwn and guide CI/CD pipelines (Cloud Manager, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Jenkins)Define and enforce code quality standards, automated testing, and release processesEstablish observability frameworks (monitoring, logging, tracing, alerting)Optimize Dispatcher/CDN caching strategies (Fastly, Akamai, CloudFront)Ensure DevOps maturity and cloud-native best practices across teamsSecurity, Performance & ComplianceDefine and enforce security best practices (OWASP, OAuth2/OIDC, secure APIs, secrets management)Lead initiatives for performance optimization (caching, indexing, query tuning, asset delivery)Ensure compliance with data privacy, PII handling, and governance standardsConduct technical risk assessments and implement mitigation strategiesProvide hands-on technical leadership and mentoring to backend engineersOwn technical backlog refinement and support estimation and planningAct as the main technical point of contact for stakeholdersCollaborate closely with Product Owners, QA, Frontend teams, and ArchitectsDrive delivery excellence, ensuring solutions meet quality and timeline expectationsMust have qualificationsTo be considered for this role, you must meet the following essential qualifications:8–12+ years of experience in software engineering6+ years of experience with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)4+ years working with AEM as a Cloud Service and Edge Delivery Services (EDS)Proven experience in a Technical Lead or Senior Lead roleTechnical ExpertiseSling, OSGi, JCR,



OakAEM Core ComponentsContent Fragments &GraphQLAPIsExperience with Universal Editor and EDS delivery modelsDeep understanding of:Integration patterns & event-driven architecturesDevOps & CloudCI/CD pipelines and release management (Cloud Manager, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps)Experience with cloud observability tools (Datadog, New Relic, Kibana)Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform is a plus)Strong experience with Dispatcher/CDN configuration and optimizationSecurity & PerformanceAuthentication & authorization (OAuth2, OIDC, SAML, Adobe IMS)Secrets management (Vault, KMS)Deep knowledge of:Performance optimizationCaching strategiesNice to have qualificationsExperience with Adobe I/O Runtime (serverless)Knowledge of Adobe Target, Launch, Analytics integrationsExperience with API gateways (Apigee, Kong, Azure APIM)Exposure to GraphQLfederation and schema stitchingExperience delivering headless and composable architectures across channels (web, mobile, IoT)If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn.Commitment to reaching all kinds of peopleWe design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all.The benefitsThis is a Full time position based in Canada. The offered salary range is$115,000 CAD - $150,000 CADannually, depending on experience and location.Valtech offers a comprehensive benefits package effective after three months of continuous service:A comprehensive insurance plan, where you can choose the module that best suits your needs—Gold, Silver, or Bronze. The employer may contribute up to 80% of your coverage depending on the selected module. This plan includes short- and long-term disability coverage.Dialogue via Sun Life provides virtual healthcare services, allowing you to consult with a healthcare professional for emergencies, prescription renewals, and more. You also have access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program, as well as a complete mental health support program.A $500 Personal Spending

📌 Aem Technical Lead (Quebec City)
🏢 Valtech
📍 Quebec City