Christopher Jones
Education
NC State University, B.S. Computer Science, December 2013Summary
Full-stack developer and AEM specialist with 12+ years delivering enterprise and federal digital experiences end to end. From Java / OSGi back-end services to modern React / Next.js accessibility-focused (WCAG) front-ends.Technical knowledge and skills
Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)Java / Maven / OSGiHTML / HTL / SightlyJavaScript / jQuery / TypeScriptCSS / Tailwind / Sass / LessReact / Next.jsAdobe Analytics / Adobe TargetAccessibility (WCAG)Agentic software engineeringREST API integrationsDockerGit + CI / CD
Certifications
Adobe Certified Expert: Adobe Experience Manager 6 Developer
Experience
Ad Hoc
2019 - presentLed architecture and development for an FDIC AEM project, partnering with FDIC stakeholders to gather and define requirements for new AEM features.
FDIC contract (AEM)
Development
- Created new components based on emerging client needs
- Expanded AEM content reporting capabilities to support client initiatives
- Implemented a Next.js micro-site with a USAJOBS.gov integration
Innovation
- Modernized components / services (JSP to HTL, Classic UI to Touch UI)
- Refactored front-end styles towards Sass
- Leveraged AEM Content Fragments for new features
Maintenance
- Planned and executed AEM upgrades and service pack updates
- Created JUnit and Selenium IDE tests for components
- Incremental web accessibility improvements for components/templates
Blue Acorn iCi
2014 - 2019Led architecture and development across several high-profile AEM projects.
- Developed components for the Spectrum Residential / Business websites
- Devised technical architecture for Residential and Business site redesigns
- Improved web accessibility by aligning components with WCAG guidelines