Senior Drupal Developer

Peoplebank; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated Account Manager

Weekly payroll

Contracting options

Payroll services

Support throughout contract

Job summary

Peoplebank is seeking a Senior Drupal Developer for a long-term contract spanning across multiple Australian states with hybrid work options. The role focuses on Drupal development across backend and frontend, involving themes, views, content types, and accessibility aligned with government standards.

Requirements include 3+ years in Drupal development, strong HTML, PHP, MySQL, Linux, NGINX, CSS with Sass/LESS, and JavaScript (jQuery).

Qualifications

• Three+ years of Drupal website development experience, including backend and frontend, site configuration, themes, views, content types, search configuration, taxonomy and testing.
• Proficient in HTML, UX, PHP, MySQL, Linux and NGINX.
• Knowledge of Australian Government Digital Service Standards and WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility requirements.
• Strong CSS skills with Sass or LESS.
• Advanced JavaScript with jQuery.
• Experience in AWS-hosted Drupal applications.
• Excellent problem-solving and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, maintain and enhance Drupal-based websites and digital applications.
• Handle backend and frontend Drupal development, including themes, content types, views, taxonomy, search configuration and custom features.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions with analysts, UX designers, architects, product teams and project leads.
• Build accessible, secure, responsive, maintainable web apps aligned with government standards.
• Create reusable components, design systems and shared frontend capabilities.
• Develop, test, troubleshoot and deploy code collaboratively.
• Support Drupal applications hosted in AWS.
• Leverage AI-assisted tools to accelerate coding, testing, and documentation while ensuring quality and security.

Skills

Drupal

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

jQuery

PHP

MySQL

Linux

NGINX

WCAG 2.2 AA

AWS

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

AWS

NGINX

Git

Job description

About Peoplebank:

Peoplebank, part of RGF Staffing ANZ, is a leading talent solutions provider. We place the brightest IT & digital professionals into some of the region’s top employers. We are expert recruiters who have been placing IT & digital specialists with some of the most dynamic and recognised organisations in the Asia Pacific region for over 34 years.

About the Role:

Our Federal Government Client is seeking a Senior Drupal Developer to join its Digital team. This is a long-term contract role for an initial period of 12 months, with one 12-month extension option, located across QLD, ACT, VIC, NSW, NT, SA or TAS. The role offers hybrid working arrangements, with a minimum of three days per week in the office and flexibility for the remaining two days, subject to negotiation with the line manager and current agency policy.

As the selected candidate, you will:

• Develop, test, maintain and enhance Drupal-based websites and digital applications.
• Undertake backend and frontend Drupal development, including themes, content types, views, taxonomy, search configuration and custom functionality.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions in collaboration with business analysts, UX designers, architects, product teams and project leads.
• Develop accessible, secure, responsive and maintainable web applications aligned with government standards and user needs.
• Build and enhance reusable components, design systems and shared frontend capabilities.
• Develop, test, troubleshoot and deploy code in a collaborative delivery environment.
• Support Drupal applications hosted in AWS environments.
• Leverage AI-assisted and agentic software development tools to accelerate coding, testing, documentation and troubleshooting while ensuring the quality, security, accessibility and maintainability of solutions.

To be successful in this role you should have:

• a minimum of three years' experience in Drupal website development, including backend and frontend development, site configuration, themes, views, content types, search configuration, taxonomy and testing.
• Strong proficiency in HTML, UX, PHP, MySQL, Linux and NGINX.
• Knowledge of relevant Australian Government Digital Service Standards and WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility requirements.
• Strong experience with CSS and preprocessors such as Sass or LESS.
• Advanced JavaScript skills and experience with frameworks and libraries such as jQuery.
• Experience developing and supporting Drupal applications in an AWS environment.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

It is desirable if you have:

• Experience with modern frontend ecosystems, API-driven architectures, component libraries and cloud-native platforms.
• Experience with specification-driven or AI-augmented software development approaches, using structured requirements and design artefacts to accelerate delivery.
• Experience using agentic development tools and modern AI-assisted coding workflows to improve software quality, productivity and delivery outcomes.
• Experience working within Australian Government, regulated or highly governed delivery environments.

Due to security clearance and eligibility requirements for this role, candidates must be Australian citizens and able to obtain a Baseline security clearance. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid evidence of Australian citizenship during pre-engagement checks.

Benefits of being a Peoplebank candidate:

• Personalised Attention: You’ll be assigned a dedicated Account Manager to support your unique needs.
• User-Friendly Services and Ongoing Support: Easy online timesheet lodgement, plus full access to contractor care, payroll, and admin support throughout your contract.
• Choice and Flexibility: A wide variety of contracting options tailored to your preferences and circumstances.
• Industry-Leading Payroll Services: Enjoy the reliability of accurate, on-time weekly payments.
• Contractor Satisfaction Focus: Our goal is to be your top choice for IT contracting and permanent roles—with your success at the centre of everything we do.

Applications close: 3 November 2026. Please note: Only candidates that meet the above criteria will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the position.

Peoplebank and Leaders IT are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need adjustments to the recruitment process due to your circumstances, please let us know—we’re here to support you.