Drupal Back End Developer- Acquia Certified (Primarily Remote)

As a Drupal Back-End Developer at our company, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including custom module development using PHP and Drupal APIs, planning secure and scalable site architectures, and integrating Drupal applications with third-party services. You will also analyze site performance, enhance caching mechanisms, frame content workflows, and ensure code quality through reviews and testing.

Candidates for the Drupal Back-End Developer role should have extensive experience with back-end development, specifically in Drupal, along with being Acquia-certified. A strong understanding of PHP, Drupal APIs, and best practices in site architecture and security is essential. Familiarity with third-party integration and performance optimization techniques will also be valuable.

Collaboration is key in our work environment. As a Drupal Back-End Developer, you will work closely with front-end developers, UI/UX designers, and project stakeholders. Through this teamwork, you’ll bring seamless solutions to life, ensuring that every aspect of the project aligns with client needs while maintaining high-functionality and design standards.

Yes, the Drupal Back-End Developer position is primarily remote, allowing you to work from the comfort of your own space. However, you should expect occasional travel to Reston, VA, for meetings or collaborative projects, making it a flexible and convenient opportunity.

This role is a 6-month contract-to-hire position, providing an excellent opportunity for candidates to showcase their skills and potentially secure a permanent position. Regarding compensation, the pay is competitive, ranging from $45 to $62 per hour based on experience and expertise.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you developed custom modules, focusing on the business requirements you addressed and the technologies you utilized. Share examples of how these modules enhanced site functionality or solved specific client issues.

Discuss various techniques you implement for performance optimization, such as implementing caching strategies, optimizing database queries, and using profiling tools. Include any successes you’ve had in improving site load times and user experience.

Talk about the best security practices you follow, such as maintaining up-to-date modules, implementing user role permissions, and conducting security audits. Mention any tools or strategies you utilize to detect and prevent vulnerabilities.

Highlight your experience with designing content workflows and configurations in Drupal. Discuss how you document workflows and ensure that content permissions align with business processes, fostering a collaborative environment among users.

Prepare to share a detailed case study of a complex integration you handled, emphasizing the challenges faced, tools used, and the positive results achieved. This showcases your problem-solving skills and technical expertise.

Mention tools like PHP CodeSniffer or PHPUnit that you employ for code reviews and testing. Explain your approach to maintaining code quality and how you incorporate automated tests into your workflow.

Share resources you follow such as blogs, forums, or attend conferences. Demonstrating an eagerness to learn and adapt will show your commitment to ongoing professional development.

Discuss specific integrations you’ve implemented, such as payment gateways or CRM systems. Explain how you navigated the integration process and any APIs you worked with, showcasing your technical prowess.

Describe your conflict resolution strategies, emphasizing open communication and collaboration. Share an instance where you facilitated a discussion leading to a solution that benefited the project.

Mention the version control systems you’ve used, such as GIT, and explain how you utilize them to manage your development work. Discuss how version control enhances team collaboration and project tracking.