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

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

• Full-time
• Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position
• Salary Range: 108,545.00-153,700.00
• Business Function: Programming

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible. At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology.

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.
• AEM Integration: Integrate OpenSearch or Solr with AEM to enhance content search capabilities.
• Indexing & Content Management:
  • Indexing Strategy: Develop and manage advanced indexing strategies for AEM content.
  • Content Ingestion: Implement robust data ingestion pipelines for indexing AEM content.
• Query Optimization & Performance Tuning:
  • Advanced Query Development: Craft and optimize complex search queries for efficient content retrieval.
  • Performance Tuning: Monitor and enhance search performance.
• Search Engine Internals:
  • Deep Technical Expertise: Utilize in-depth knowledge of OpenSearch or Solr internals to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.
  • System Optimization: Optimize search engine configurations.
• Data Integration & ETL Processes:
  • Integration with AEM: Ensure seamless integration of search solutions with AEM’s content repository.
  • API Development: Develop and maintain APIs for interaction between AEM and the search engine.
• Monitoring & Scaling:
  • System Monitoring: Implement and manage monitoring solutions to track system health.
  • Scalability Planning: Develop strategies for scaling search infrastructure.
• Documentation & Best Practices:
  • Technical Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation for search configurations.
  • Best Practices: Establish and promote best practices for search implementation.

REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• Extensive experience (4 - 6 years) with OpenSearch or Solr.
• Proven experience (4-6 years) with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM).

SKILLS

• Search Technologies: Deep knowledge of OpenSearch or Solr.
• AEM Expertise: Hands-on experience with AEM.
• Programming Languages: Proficiency in Java, Python, or other relevant languages.
• Data Management: Experience with data integration and ETL processes.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.