Software Development Architect (Drupal)

Steampunk; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 112,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Steampunk in Bloomington, IL, seeks a Software Development Architect (Drupal) with 8+ years of full-stack development, including Drupal-based web apps, Agile and DevSecOps practices, and experience with CI/CD and test automation.

You will design, build, and deploy modular microservices and Drupal modules/themes, ensure security and reliability, mentor junior team members, and support production releases in a federal contracting environment.

Qualifications

• U.S. government security clearance is required.
• BS in IT or BS in a non-IT field with 2 years IT experience.
• 8+ years of experience with one or more programming languages (Java, Ruby, React, C++, C).
• 8+ years of experience with Git SCM providers (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket).
• 8+ years of experience with one or more programming or scripting languages (Python, Bash, JavaScript).
• 5+ years of experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• 5+ years of experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Pipelines, CircleCI, TravisCI).
• 3+ years hands-on Drupal development (Drupal 8/9/10) including custom modules/themes/site configurations.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks including unit testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy modular micro-services and cloud-based systems, including Drupal-based web applications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and translate requirements to developers.
• Write and debug code for innovative software solutions, including custom Drupal modules and themes.
• Troubleshoot software quality, security, and reliability issues.
• Participate in code reviews and QA activities.
• Automate unit and functional tests.
• Test and review code written by others and analyze results.
• Develop complex software solutions using APIs, microservices, and cloud-native architectures.
• Ensure security best practices align with Drupal and web app standards.
• Perform root-cause analysis and implement fixes.
• Support production releases (deployment, troubleshooting, testing).
• Document code, features, and training materials; document the as-is environment and gap analyses.

Skills

Programming languages

Scripting languages

Education

BS degree in IT or related field

Tools

GitHub

GitLab

Bitbucket

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

CircleCI

TravisCI

Job description

Overview

As a Software Development Architect (Drupal), you will work with our growing DevSecOps practice delivering software features, APIs, and micro-service solutions. We are looking for candidates with at least 8 years of full stack development experience, including experience developing and maintaining Drupal-based web applications, using Agile and DevSecOps methods such as build/release management, CI/CD practices, and test automation.

Contributions

• Design, develop, and deploy modular micro-services and cloud-based systems, including Drupal-based webapplications
• Understanding the needs of stakeholders and conveying this to other developers
• Write and debug code for innovative software solutions, including custom Drupal modules and themes
• Troubleshoot software quality,security and reliability issues
• Participate in code reviews and quality assurance activities
• Automate unit and functional tests
• Test and examine code written by others and analyzing results
• Evaluate,identify and develop complex software solutions using APIs, microservices, and cloud-native solutions
• Ensure that software is secure against cyber threats, including adherence to Drupal and web applicationsecurity best practices
• Identifying technical problems, performing root cause analysis, and developing software updates and ‘fixes’
• Support production releases (including deployment, troubleshooting, and testing)
• Document software code, features, and training guides
• Document as-is state of the environment, perform a gap analysis, and produce artifacts that articulate options and recommendations
• Leverage virtualization and containerization tooptimize and modernize software systems
• Act as an individual contributor and mentor more junior team members
• Engineer and implement solutions andprovide recommendations for continuous improvement for the services provided

Qualifications

Required:

• Ability to obtain a U.S. government Security Clearance
• BS Degree in an IT field OR BS in a non-IT field and 2 years related IT experience
• 8 Years of experience with one or more programming languages (Java, Ruby, react, C++, C)
• 8 Years of experience with Git SCM providers such as GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket
• 8 Years of experience with one or more programming or scripting languages (Python, Bash, JavaScript)

• Ability to obtain a U.S. government Security Clearance
• 5 Years of experience with one or more clouds (I.e. AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• 5 Years of experience using CI/CD pipelines with tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Pipelines, CircleCI, TravisCI
• 3+ years of hands-on Drupal experience to include developing custom Drupal modules, themes, and siteconfigurations (Drupal 8/9/10)
• Experience implementing docker containers and utilizing platforms such as Kubernetes
• Experience implementing Automated Testing frameworks including unit testing

Preferred:

• Experience integrating Drupal with APIs and backend servicesFamiliarity with Drupal security and accessibility best practices (e.g., Section 508)
• Certifications:
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner
  • AWS Solution Architect Professional
  • Azure Developer Associate
• 5 years of application development experience in an Agile environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills

About steampunk

Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $112,000 to $225,000. The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk’s total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors. Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges.If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program.