Associate AEM Full Stack Developer

We’re looking for a Junior Full Stack AEM Engineer with a strong interest in front‑end development and a passion for learning. In this role, you’ll help build modern, accessible, and performant experiences in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM).No AEM experience is required — we’ll teach you. What we value most is a positive attitude, strong problem‑solving skills, and a desire to grow as part of a collaborative team. You’ll support AEM 6.5 on‑prem, assist with our AEM Cloud migration, and learn how to build components, improve authoring experiences, and work with our Design System.

Position Responsibilities:

• Learn to build AEM components using React, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, HTL, and basic Java.
• Support the creation of accessible UI following WCAG standard methodologies.
• Collaborate with UX, content authors, and engineers to deliver consistent experiences.
• Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to team discussions and code reviews.
• Assist in fixing front‑end or authoring issues and help improve performance and stability.
• Grow your skills across AEM, cloud tooling, accessibility, and full‑stack concepts.

Required Qualifications:

• 1+ yrs Development experience. AEM would be an asset.
• Foundational knowledge of JavaScript, React, HTML, CSS/Sass, and basic Java.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to investigate solutions thoughtfully before seeking guidance.
• A willingness to learn, ask questions, and embrace new challenges.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative, team‑focused approach.
• Interest in accessibility, design systems, cloud services, and modern tooling.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience gained through hands-on projects or practical work.
• Familiarity with Git/GitHub and basic software engineering practices.
• Exposure to agile workflows from school, internships, or personal projects.

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our distributed team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
  

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit .

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact .

Referenced Salary Location

Waterloo, Ontario

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$69,525.00 CAD - $115,875.00 CAD

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.