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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Drupal Developer - Senior - **Company:** NuAxis Innovations - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, PHP (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, HTML5, Audit Trail, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Configuration Management, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Programming Tools, Web Development, Drupal, Identity and Access Management, JSON, MySQL, OpenShift, Performance Tuning, Acquia, Symfony, Systems Integration, Software Vulnerability Management, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Software Modules, Power Platform Integration, Caching, Appian, Build Management, Twig (templating), Containerization, Git Flow, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Webforms, Low-code, Apache Kafka, Front End Software Development, Api Design, Api Gateway, Docker - **Published:** September 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9132746/drupal-developer-senior ## About the Role * 7+ years web development with 5+ years hands-on Drupal (Drupal 9/10 required). * Strong PHP, Symfony components, Twig theming, and Drupal APIs (Entity, Form, Plugin, Services). * Demonstrated Webform module expertise for complex public-facing forms. * Custom module development and contributed module evaluation/hardening. * REST/JSON:API development and third-party system integration. * Composer-based dependency management, Drush, and Git workflows. * Experience running Drupal in containers (Docker/Kubernetes) with CI/CD promotion. * Accessible front-end development (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript) to WCAG 2.1 AA. * Substantial experience with AI-assisted programming tools in a governed environment. * Experience with PACE or comparable Kubernetes/OpenShift container platforms and MySQL-backed Drupal deployments. * Experience with secure form workflows including real-time validation, one-time submission controls, file upload/scanning, audit trails, and API/event integration. Preferred Qualifications * Acquia Certified Drupal Developer or equivalent certification. * Experience integrating Drupal with Appian or a comparable BPM/case management platform. * Kafka producer/consumer implementation from PHP or via API gateway. * AWS experience (EKS, Aurora, EFS, S3, Secrets Manager). Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered. ## Description Deep Drupal specialist responsible for re-platforming legacy high-code applications onto a configurable, low-code Drupal foundation. Builds custom modules, complex webforms, and reusable components that replace bespoke .NET functionality while meeting federal security and accessibility standards. Key Responsibilities * Design and build Drupal 10 sites: content types, fields, views, custom entities, custom modules, and theming. * Implement complex multi-step forms, conditional logic, file uploads, and submission handling using the Webform module and custom form APIs. * Favor marketplace/contributed modules over custom code; evaluate, harden, and configure OOTB capability before building. * Develop custom connectors and integration modules to enterprise case management, document, identity, and messaging services. * Build reusable component libraries and configuration-driven patterns intended for reuse across future initiatives. * Implement caching, performance tuning, and scalability patterns for containerized Drupal running on Kubernetes. * Maintain configuration management, deployment configuration, and update/patch discipline including Drupal security advisories. * Ensure all delivered themes and components meet Section 508 / WCAG 2.1 AA. * Develop and operate Drupal 10+ applications with MySQL on the DOL PACE container platform, using configuration-driven and OOTB/contributed capabilities before custom code wherever feasible. * Implement integrations with Login.gov, Appian/WISE/CAPS/PWRS, Kafka, document scanning/file services, analytics, and DOL identity/access management as required. * Support release evidence, vulnerability remediation, immutable audit logging, records-retention requirements, and ATO/security authorization activities. ## Related Videos - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Introducing JSON Structure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100219-introducing-json-structure) - [Coffee with Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/354-coffee-with-developers) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe) - [React Developer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/198-react-developer-salary-2023) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers)