Drupal Developer

Design in DC; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative digital agency is seeking a talented Drupal Developer to join a fully remote team. This role offers the chance to work on exciting projects while optimizing digital experiences for clients. As part of a collaborative environment, you'll design and maintain Drupal applications, lead discussions on system architecture, and mentor junior developers. Enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote work arrangement and a supportive atmosphere that fosters professional growth. If you're passionate about building impactful digital solutions, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible schedule

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Drupal development experience, especially with Drupal 8/9/10.
• Strong PHP skills, including OOP and design patterns.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain Drupal applications, ensuring clean and standards-compliant code.
• Collaborate with teams to translate requirements into scalable solutions.

Skills

Drupal Development

PHP

Git

Agile/Scrum

Performance Optimization

Web Security Best Practices

Tools

Composer

Drush

Varnish

Redis

PHPUnit

Behat

Job description

Design In DC is a digital agency built for the future. Over the past years, we have brought together an energetic and diverse team of experts who work in harmony to optimize every touch point of the user's website journey. It is clear that the future is digital which is why we are forward-thinking builders; design architects, and engineers that construct digital products and experiences for businesses and brands. When you work with us, you get a global team driven by thinking, rethinking, and consumer insights as a means to change and disrupt. We bring together the best creative minds who use traditional methodologies to defy tradition. That is why we are a full-service agency with a unique and diverse arsenal of skills, from web design and development, to marketing and app development, to videography and animation. It is our mission to provide a solution to any question that you may ask. So let's build something for the future together

Currently, we are actively searching for a highly skilled Drupal Developer to join our remote team. The ideal candidate should possess a substantial portfolio showcasing their expertise in the digital realm, acquired through freelance or agency positions.

• At least 4 years of hands-on Drupal development experience (preferably Drupal 8 / 9 / 10) with deep knowledge of core APIs, hooks, and configuration management.
• Strong command of PHP, including object-oriented programming, design patterns, and Symfony component integration.
• Extensive experience with Git version control, Composer for dependency management, and command-line tools like Drush; familiarity with CI / CD pipelines and automated testing (e.g., PHPUnit, Behat) is essential.
• Proven expertise in performance optimization, utilizing caching strategies (e.g., Varnish, Redis), and applying industry-standard web security best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage Agile / Scrum projects with excellent cross-team communication while mentoring junior developers.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design, develop, and maintain Drupal applications by creating custom modules, themes, and integrations, ensuring the codebase is clean, maintainable, and standards-compliant.
• Lead discussions on system architecture to improve design, drive performance enhancements through effective caching and code refactoring, and enforce robust security measures.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners, design teams, and front-end developers to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions and accurately estimate projects.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, implement rigorous testing and debugging procedures, and manage technical debt while optimizing development workflows.
• Seamlessly integrate external APIs, third-party libraries, and services, including developing decoupled or headless Drupal solutions when required.
• Maintain detailed technical documentation and proactively participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives to foster team development and ongoing process improvement.

To apply, please submit the following :

• A comprehensive CV highlighting relevant skills and experience.

What We Offer :

• Fully remote work arrangement : Experience the convenience and flexibility of a fully remote work setup.
• Flexible schedule : Tailor your work hours to suit your personal needs and obligations.
• Supportive work environment : Join a team that fosters collaboration and offers a supportive atmosphere for your professional journey.

At Design in DC, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We ensure gender equality in compensation and benefits, ensuring that individuals of all genders receive fair and equal treatment for comparable positions, duties, and conditions.

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Drupal Developer • Washington, DC, United States