Senior Drupal Developer

As a Senior Drupal Developer at 700Apps, your primary responsibilities include overseeing the entire Drupal development lifecycle, developing custom modules and themes, maintaining and optimizing existing applications, and integrating third-party APIs. You’ll also provide leadership and mentorship to junior developers while conducting code reviews and ensuring that all processes are well-documented.

To qualify for the Senior Drupal Developer position at 700Apps, you need a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with at least 4 years of practical experience working with Drupal (preferably versions 8/9). Strong coding skills in PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript are essential, as well as experience with custom modules and themes.

You should be familiar with Drupal’s latest versions (8/9), version control systems like Git, web services, and integration techniques. Familiarity with APIs and a comprehensive understanding of creating custom modules and themes will also be critical for your success at 700Apps.

At 700Apps, we believe in nurturing talent and fostering growth. As a Senior Drupal Developer, you will have the opportunity to lead projects and mentor junior developers. Additionally, we encourage continuous learning through research, attending workshops, and implementing the newest features, ensuring you stay current in this fast-paced industry.

Working as a Senior Drupal Developer at 700Apps involves engaging with a wide range of projects tailored to our diverse clients. You’ll be responsible for crafting advanced Drupal websites and applications that meet unique client specifications, enhancing functionality through user-friendly designs, and integrating various services to elevate user experience.

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Explain your techniques for effective communication and requirement gathering, such as using questionnaires or interviews. Stress the importance of understanding client goals and how thorough gathering precludes future issues.

Select significant projects to discuss. Explain your role, challenges faced, and the outcomes, using quantifiable results where possible to demonstrate success and effectiveness in your contributions.

Share your commitment to continuous learning, whether through online courses, participating in developer communities, or attending conferences. Discuss specific trends or emerging technologies you are enthusiastic about and how you plan to incorporate them into your work.