Site and Search Lead - Open Search, SOLR & Adobe Experience Manager

Company Description

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Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

The Senior Developer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing search solutions using OpenSearch or Solr within the Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) ecosystem.

This role requires advanced technical skills in search technologies, AEM integration, and performance tuning to deliver robust search functionalities and enhance the content management experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Search Architecture & Integration :
• Search Solution Design : Architect and implement search solutions using OpenSearch or Solr within the AEM platform. Design systems to handle large-scale content and user queries efficiently.
• AEM Integration : Integrate OpenSearch or Solr with AEM to enhance content search capabilities.
• Implement custom connectors and modules for seamless data flow between AEM and the search engine.
• Indexing & Content Management :
• Indexing Strategy : Develop and manage advanced indexing strategies for AEM content, including custom content types, metadata, and full-text search capabilities.
• Content Ingestion : Implement robust data ingestion pipelines for indexing AEM content, including structured and unstructured data.
• Query Optimization & Performance Tuning :
• Advanced Query Development : Craft and optimize complex search queries for efficient content retrieval. Implement custom ranking and scoring algorithms to improve search relevance.
• Performance Tuning : Monitor and enhance search performance, including query speed, indexing efficiency, and system resource utilization.

Use profiling and monitoring tools to diagnose and address performance issues.

• Search Engine Internals :
• Deep Technical Expertise : Utilize in-depth knowledge of OpenSearch or Solr internals to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.

Develop custom extensions and plugins to extend search functionalities.

• System Optimization : Optimize search engine configurations, including shard management, replication, and caching, to improve system performance and scalability.
• Data Integration & ETL Processes :
• Integration with AEM : Ensure seamless integration of search solutions with AEM’s content repository and workflow systems.

Implement ETL processes for efficient data synchronization and transformation.

• API Development : Develop and maintain APIs for interaction between AEM and the search engine, facilitating data exchange and custom functionality.
• Monitoring & Scaling :
• System Monitoring : Implement and manage monitoring solutions to track system health, performance metrics, and usage patterns.

Set up alerting and automated responses for system anomalies.

Scalability Planning : Develop strategies for scaling search infrastructure to accommodate growing data volumes and user loads.

Plan and execute scaling solutions for both search engines and AEM environments.

• Documentation & Best Practices :
• Technical Documentation : Create and maintain detailed documentation for search configurations, customizations, and integration processes.
• Best Practices : Establish and promote best practices for search implementation, including security, data management, and performance optimization.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field. Advanced degrees or certifications in search technologies and AEM are a plus.
• Extensive experience (4 - 6 years) with OpenSearch or Solr, including advanced configuration, performance tuning, and custom development.
• Proven experience (4- 6 years) with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), including integration with search technologies and content management.

SKILLS

• Search Technologies : Deep knowledge of OpenSearch or Solr, including schema design, query development, and data indexing.
• AEM Expertise : Hands-on experience with AEM, including content modeling, workflows, and integration with external systems.
• Programming Languages : Proficiency in Java, Python, or other relevant languages for search engine customization and AEM integration.
• Data Management : Experience with data integration and ETL processes, including data synchronization and transformation.
• Analytical Skills : Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze and address complex search-related and content management challenges.
• Collaboration : Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including developers, content managers, and product stakeholders.
• Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

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