Senior Drupal Front-End Developer

As a Senior Drupal Front-End Developer at Insomniac Design, your main responsibilities include participating in code reviews to ensure best practices in Drupal Front-end architecture, collaborating with the design team to enhance accessibility and usability, estimating effort for tasks, and supporting existing Drupal websites. You'll also serve as an escalation point for complicated front-end issues, ensuring high-quality delivery across various projects.

To thrive as a Senior Drupal Front-End Developer at Insomniac Design, you should have at least 5 years of experience with complex Drupal web applications, a deep understanding of site building and theme development, and proficiency in web accessibility standards (WCAG). Additionally, having a proven involvement in the Drupal community and experience with hosting environments like Pantheon and Acquia is advantageous.

At Insomniac Design, we are committed to the professional development of our team members. As a Senior Drupal Front-End Developer, you’ll have access to various training opportunities, including workshops, conferences, and resources for Acquia certification. Additionally, you will be encouraged to participate in the Drupal community, which can significantly enhance your skills and professional network.

In your role as a Senior Drupal Front-End Developer at Insomniac Design, you will work on a variety of innovative projects across multiple industries. Your tasks will involve developing responsive websites and web applications tailored to meet client needs, ensuring each project embodies a human-centered design approach while using the latest Drupal technologies and best practices.

Communication is crucial for a Senior Drupal Front-End Developer at Insomniac Design. You will communicate directly with clients to provide technical consultancy, discuss project requirements, and address any concerns. A strong ability to articulate complex technical concepts in a clear and friendly manner will enhance collaboration with both clients and team members, ensuring project success.

In your response, highlight specific projects where you utilized Drupal for front-end development. Discuss the complexities you faced and how you overcame them, emphasizing your proficiency with recent versions of Drupal, custom themes, and modules.

To answer this, talk about your knowledge of web accessibility standards (WCAG) and provide examples of how you've implemented accessible design principles in Drupal projects. Show your understanding of usability testing and the importance of inclusive design.

Explain your collaboration strategy with designers. Mention how you engage in discussions about usability, design vision, and provide feedback on design mockups to ensure alignment with technical possibilities.

Share a specific project where you took a leadership role. Discuss how you structured the development process, allocated tasks, and ensured timely delivery, showcasing your project management and technical skills.

Describe your problem-solving approach when faced with complicated front-end issues. Discuss debugging techniques, the importance of code reviews, and collaboration with team members to ensure effective resolutions.

Discuss your perspective on current trends like responsive design, progressive web applications, and the growing importance of user experience. Relate how these trends influence your approach to Drupal development and your willingness to adapt.

When answering, mention the tools and technologies you find most effective in your workflow, such as CSS preprocessors, JavaScript frameworks, or code editors. Share how these tools enhance your productivity and code quality.

Explain your strategies for keeping abreast of new developments. Mention online forums, Drupal blogs, conferences, and community events you participate in, emphasizing your commitment to continuous learning.

Provide an example of constructive feedback you received from a colleague or client. Discuss how you applied that feedback to improve your work or processes, showing your ability to grow professionally.

Express your enthusiasm for Insomniac Design's mission and values. Relate your skills and aspirations to the company's focus on human-centered design, and articulate how you envision contributing to an innovative team.