Senior Front-End Engineer Drupal

CFA Institute; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan with company contribution

Flexible work options

Job summary

CFA Institute is seeking a Senior Drupal Developer to design, develop, and enhance Drupal-based digital experiences that support CFA Institute’s global strategy.

You’ll work in an agile, cross-functional team, mentor peers, and contribute across the software lifecycle from requirements to deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field or equivalent experience.
• At least five years of web app development with minimum three years on Drupal.
• Strong PHP and Drupal APIs, core/contrib modules, and custom module development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Drupal applications and integrations.
• Build responsive, accessible, high‑performing experiences with Drupal, Twig, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Collaborate with UX, product, and engineering teams across the full SDLC.

Skills

Drupal development

Twig templates

HTML/CSS/JS

Accessibility

REST APIs

Security practices

CI/CD

Mentoring

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Docker

DDEV/Lando

Cloud platforms (Acquia/Pantheon)

Job description

Are you a front-end developer who combines strong Drupal expertise with a passion for creating accessible, responsive, and high-performing digital experiences? Do you enjoy building custom themes and components, solving complex technical challenges, and collaborating with UX, product, and engineering partners? Join CFA Institute to help develop and enhance scalable Drupal platforms that support our global digital strategy.The Senior Drupal Developer designs, develops, and enhances Drupal-based digital experiences that support CFA Institute’s business objectives. Working within an agile, cross-functional team, this role contributes throughout the software development lifecycle—from requirements and technical design through development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support.This position applies Drupal best practices and coding standards to produce secure, accessible, testable, and reusable solutions. The Senior Drupal Developer also contributes to technical decisions, mentors’ other developers, and partners with product, UX, engineering, and business stakeholders.The position is based in eligible jurisdictions in the United States or London and reports to the Platform Owner, CMS.What You’ll DoDesign, develop, test, and maintain Drupal applications, including custom themes, modules, components, and integrations.Build responsive, accessible, and high-performing digital experiences using Drupal, Twig, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.Translate business, product, and UX requirements into scalable solutions aligned with architecture, security, accessibility, and performance standards.Support Drupal site building, configuration management, content modeling, and integrations using APIs and web services.Manage code through version control, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance across environments.Collaborate with cross-functional partners on releases, enhancements, troubleshooting, and production support.Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions, mentor other developers, document solutions, and escalate technical or delivery risks.What We’re Looking ForBachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.At least five years of web application development experience, including a minimum of three years of hands-on Drupal development.Strong proficiency in PHP, Drupal APIs, and Drupal core and contributed modules, including custom module development.Demonstrated experience creating Drupal themes and components using Twig, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.Experience with Drupal site building, configuration management, content modeling, and integrations using RESTful APIs and web services.Knowledge of Drupal security, accessibility, caching, and performance optimization practices.Experience with Git, modern branching strategies, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployments.Strong communication, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, with experience working across the full development lifecycle in an agile environment.Fluency in English required; proficiency in additional languages is beneficial.Preferred QualificationsExperience with cloud-hosted Drupal platforms such as Acquia or Pantheon and cloud environments such as AWS or Azure.Familiarity with containerized development tools such as Docker, DDEV, or Lando.Experience with Coveo Search or similar enterprise search technology.Experience using AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering quality and efficiency.At CFA Institute, we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring process. In compliance with wage transparency laws in many of the US jurisdictions in which we recruit, we provide the following information regarding compensation for this position: Expected salary range: $85,000 - $120,000 per year. All salary ranges are subject to adjustment based on experience, education, and other factors relevant to the position. Additional benefits include eligibility for an annual incentive bonus, a 12% employer contribution to a 401(k) or pension plan, and a comprehensive medical benefits package.#LI-TB1We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, including health coverage, generous time off, competitive retirement plans, flexible work options, and wellbeing and development programs. You can learn more on our careers site: Working at CFA Institute | Comprehensive BenefitsAbout CFA InstituteCFA Institute is the global leader in investment excellence and ethics. With nearly 200,000 charterholders across 160 markets, we promote professional growth, uphold ethical standards, and help advance better financial markets. Join a global organization committed to putting investors first.Follow CFA Institute on: LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | WeChat | WeiboImportant Message: Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as CFA Institute cannot make assumptions about your education, experience, or location. We thank all those who apply.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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This policy impacts all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, development, promotion, demotion, layoff, recall, furlough, transfer, leave of absence, and dismissal. This is a global policy that applies to all CFA Institute employees, regardless of location.If, due to a disability or current medical condition, you need an accommodation or assistance to complete a job application, you can request one at any stage of the recruitment process. Please send an email to [e-mail] noting the accommodations or assistance you are requesting. Please do not include any medical or health information in this email. We will review your request and contact you to discuss the possible options and arrangements. We will try our best to provide you with an accommodation or assistance that meets your needs and respects your preferences.