Drupal Engineer - DMV area only

AHU Technologies Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work from home options

Job summary

AHU Technologies Inc is seeking a skilled Drupal Web Developer based in Washington, DC. The developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining web applications while ensuring high-quality user experiences through modern web solutions.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5+ years of experience with Drupal, strong skills in PHP and JavaScript, and familiarity with cloud hosting environments. Flexible work options are also available.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience developing with Drupal.
• Strong proficiency in PHP, Twig, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive design.
• Experience with cloud hosting platforms like Acquia, Pantheon, AWS.

Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, and maintain websites using Drupal.
• Build custom modules and themes following Drupal best practices.
• Perform regular updates and security patches.

Skills

PHP

Drupal 9/10/11

MySQL/MariaDB

JavaScript

HTML5

CSS3

Git

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Drupal

Composer

Git

Docker

Acquia

AWS

Pantheon

Job description

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).

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 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

• 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).
• 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.
• 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.
• 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

• Bachelor’s 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.

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 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.

Technical Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience.
• Troubleshooting production problems related to software applications.
• Experience with Composer, Drush, Git, and modern development workflows.
• Understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG), security best practices, and performance optimization.
• Experience with cloud hosting platforms (Acquia, Pantheon, AWS, Azure).
• Strong proficiency in PHP, Twig, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive design.
• Knowledge of MySQL/MariaDB and database optimization.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication written and oral with collaboration abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high quality work.
• Drupal development experience (including Drupal 9/10/11).
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Acquia Drupal Developer or Site Builder certification.
• Experience with Docker or containerized development environments.

Flexible work from home options available.