Drupal Engineer - DMV area only

Job Description:
Short Description:
The Drupal Web Developer is responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, and enhancing web applications and digital platforms built on the latest versions of Drupal (Drupal 9/10/11).

Complete Description:
Position Summary:
The Drupal Web Developer is responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, and enhancing web applications and digital platforms built on the latest versions of Drupal (Drupal 9/10/11). This role ensures highquality, secure, scalable, and usercentered digital experiences that support organizational goals. The developer collaborates closely with designers, content teams, product owners, and IT leadership to deliver modern, accessible, and highperforming web solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
Drupal Development & Architecture:
Develop, configure, and maintain websites using the latest versions of Drupal (9/10/11).
Build custom modules, themes, and integrations following Drupal best practices.
Implement and maintain content types, views, taxonomies, blocks, and menus.
Ensure code quality through version control, peer reviews, and adherence to coding standards (Drupal Coding Standards, PSR4, Composer workflows).

Site Maintenance & Enhancements:
Perform regular updates, security patches, and module upgrades.
Troubleshoot and resolve site issues, performance bottlenecks, and compatibility problems.
Optimize websites for speed, accessibility (WCAG 2.1+), SEO, and mobile responsiveness.
Maintain documentation for configurations, custom code, and deployment processes.

Integration & API Development:
Build and maintain integrations with thirdparty systems (REST, API, GraphQL, SSO, CRM, payment gateways, etc.).

Work with cloud hosting environments (Acquia, Pantheon, AWS, Azure) to deploy and manage Drupal applications.

Implement CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployments.

Collaboration & Project Support:
Work closely with UX/UI designers to implement modern, userfriendly interfaces.
Partner with content editors to improve workflows, permissions, and editorial experience.
Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, standups, retrospectives).

Provide technical guidance and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.

Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
35+ years of experience developing with Drupal (including Drupal 9/10/11).

Strong proficiency in PHP, Twig, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive design.

Experience with Composer, Drush, Git, and modern development workflows.

Knowledge of MySQL/MariaDB and database optimization.

Experience with cloud hosting platforms (Acquia, Pantheon, AWS, Azure).

Understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG), security best practices, and performance optimization.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with headless or decoupled Drupal architectures.
Familiarity with React, Vue, or other modern JavaScript frameworks.
Experience with Docker or containerized development environments.

Acquia Drupal Developer or Site Builder certification.

Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

Key Competencies:
Strong problemsolving and analytical skills.
Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Attention to detail and commitment to highquality work.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Technical Skills:
Bachelors degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience. Required 10 Years
Troubleshooting production problems related to software applications. Required 6 Years
Experience with Composer, Drush, Git, and modern development workflows. Required 6 Years


Understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG), security best practices, and performance optimization. Required 6 Years


Experience with cloud hosting platforms (Acquia, Pantheon, AWS, Azure). Required 6 Years


Strong proficiency in PHP, Twig, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive design. Required 4 Years


Knowledge of MySQL/MariaDB and database optimization. Required 4 Years


Strong problem solving and analytical skills. Required 4 Years


Excellent communication written and oral with collaboration abilities. Required 4 Years


Attention to detail and commitment to high quality work. Required 4 Years


Drupal development experience (including Drupal 9/10/11). Required 3 Years


Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. Highly desired 4 Years


Acquia Drupal Developer or Site Builder certification. Highly desired 4 Years


Experience with Docker or containerized development environments. Required 4 Years

Flexible work from home options available.