Drupal Web Developer (Onsite)

Job Title: Drupal Web Developer (Onsite)

Location: Washington DC

Duration: 03 Months with possible extension

Job 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). This role ensures high quality secure scalable and user centered digital experiences that support organizational goals. The developer collaborates closely with designers content teams product owners and IT leadership to deliver modern accessible and high performing web solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designs and builds web pages using a variety of graphics software applications techniques and tools.
• Designs and develops user interface features site animation and special-effects elements.
• Contributes to the design groups efforts to enhance the look and feel of the organizations online offerings.
• Designs the website to support the organizations strategies and goals relative to external communications.

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 PSR 4 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 third party 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 user friendly 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).
• 3 5 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.

Key Competencies:

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

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