Lead Drupal Developer

Latitude Inc; Denton (TX); Remote; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a seasoned Lead Drupal Developer to spearhead innovative projects for federal clients. This role offers the chance to leverage over 15 years of software development expertise, focusing on Drupal and PHP, while ensuring compliance with federal standards. You will lead a talented team, manage complex projects, and mentor junior developers, all while working in a dynamic remote environment. If you are passionate about creating scalable, secure solutions and thrive on collaboration, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in web development with a focus on PHP and Drupal.
• Proven experience with federal government clients and secure solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Drupal development projects for high-traffic government websites.
• Manage full project lifecycle from planning to deployment.

Skills

Drupal

PHP

JavaScript

HTML5

CSS3

MySQL

Git

DevOps

CI/CD

AWS

Tools

Jenkins

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Title: Lead Drupal Developer

Location: Remote on EST hours

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Lead Drupal Developer with a robust background in large-scale Drupal projects and a proven track record of working on federal government initiatives. The ideal candidate will have 15 years of software development experience, with in-depth expertise in Drupal, PHP, and modern web standards. This role requires proficiency in both Windows and Linux environments to support diverse deployment scenarios and operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead Drupal development projects for high-traffic government websites and applications, ensuring reliability and security.
2. Manage the full project lifecycle, from planning and requirements gathering through development, testing, and deployment.
3. Provide architectural guidance and set best practices for a development team dedicated to federal solutions.
4. Develop, test, and maintain custom Drupal modules and themes, with an emphasis on code quality and scalability.
5. Ensure compliance with federal accessibility standards (Section 508) and data management policies.
6. Optimize performance and scalability, delivering solutions that support high availability.
7. Collaborate with UX/UI designers, content strategists, and other stakeholders to build user-centered features.
8. Mentor junior developers and ensure alignment with project specifications and standards.

Required Qualifications:

1. 15+ years of experience in web development, focusing on PHP and Drupal (versions 8, 9, or higher).
2. Proven experience working with federal government clients or projects, with a commitment to secure, compliant solutions.
3. Proficiency in both Windows and Linux environments, including deployment and troubleshooting.
4. Expertise in Drupal theming, module development, and multisite setups.
5. Strong front-end skills in JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3, with an understanding of responsive design.
6. Experience with MySQL databases and Git version control.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with DevOps and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes).
2. Familiarity with cloud hosting environments such as AWS or Azure.

Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 a year