Senior Software Developer I - Drupal Developer

About BLEN
BLENers are passionate about using technology to solve real-world problems. For over 20 years, we've been helping government agencies and businesses transform their digital experience. We bring fresh perspectives to every project, from modernizing legacy systems to building cloud-native applications to experimenting with technology that’s just around the corner. We value building long and enduring partnerships to solve complex challenges by putting humans at the center of all the experiences. Our team thrives on turning tricky problems into solutions that are practical, accessible and performant.

About this position
Drupal Developers at BLEN play a key role in creating and maintaining sophisticated web solutions using Drupal CMS. They combine deep technical expertise in Drupal development, front-end skills, and best practices in web development to deliver high-quality websites and applications. Our development team collaborates closely with clients and internal stakeholders to create solutions that are not only technically sound but also meet specific business requirements. Working in a hybrid environment, our developers contribute to both individual and team projects while maintaining high standards of code quality and performance.

What we would like from you:
• As a Drupal Developer at BLEN, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining Drupal-based websites and applications. Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop, customize, and maintain Drupal websites and applications
• Collaborate with project managers and other developers to define project requirements and specifications
• Implement responsive and user-friendly web interfaces using Drupal themes and templates
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards
• Use and help to manage pattern libraries
• Perform site-building activities, including creating and configuring content types, views, and taxonomies
• Integrate third-party APIs and services with Drupal applications
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to website performance, security, and functionality
• Conduct peer code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
• Evaluate all Drupal security notices for impact on the codebase, preparing hot fixes if needed
• Propose and code fixes for bugs and other issues
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in Drupal and web development technologies
• Support migration initiatives to newer Drupal versions
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to technical discussions
• Create and maintain technical documentation
• Optimize website performance and ensure scalability

Your main goal will be to ensure our Drupal-based solutions effectively address our clients' needs through robust, scalable, and maintainable implementations that follow best practices and industry standards.

Basic qualifications:
• Essential Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 4 years' experience developing in Drupal 8 and 9
• Experience migrating to Drupal 10
• Experience with integrating contributed modules into a Drupal site
• Experience with creating and updating Twig templates
• Proficiency in PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other web development technologies
• Experience with Drupal 8/9 development, including custom module and theme development
• Familiarity with Drupal's API and hooks system
• Knowledge of version control systems, such as Git
• Understanding of web accessibility standards and best practices
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Preferred Skills and Experience
• Drupal Certification (e.g., Acquia Certified Developer - D10, Acquia Certified Back-End Specialist - D10, Acquia Certified Front-End Specialist - D10)
• Knowledge of front-end frameworks such as React or Angular
• Experience with AWS
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools
• Experience with automated testing and continuous integration
• Knowledge of SEO best practices
• Experience with performance optimization techniques
• Background in responsive design and mobile-first development

Requirement:
• Must be a US Citizen or legal resident and able to work domestically
• Must be able to attain low-level security clearance

Perks:
• Work from anywhere.
• Competitive pay.
• A contribution to your health benefit.
• The chance to work on high-visibility projects and make a significant impact.

Get to know us:
• We are a small, creative and highly technical team.
• Our heroes are the scrappy folks that dare to dream and do great things. We love people that care more about doing the right thing than taking a shortcut.
• We believe in finishing projects and floor our clients by how much we cared about their project.
• We believe in integrity and because we're small, we are very selective of our partners and clients.
• We do not use phrases like 'human resource' because you are NOT a resource. You are a team member and we will treat you like one.

What you should expect from us:
• We will treat you fairly.
• We give you space to grow both personally and professionally.
• We will hear your ideas even when we disagree -- especially when we disagree.
• We will be equitable with our success and be honest with our challenges.
• We will always tell you the truth. Even when the truth is difficult.

We participate in E-Verify. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Due to the nature of our work with the federal government, all roles at BLEN are required to work from the contiguous United States.