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# Lead Drupal Developer

- **Company:** Next Phase Solutions and Services
- **Location:** Columbia, SC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $108,000.0 - $182,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Application Lifecycle Management, Application Performance Management, Automation of Tests, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Computing, Web Development, Drupal, JSON, Acquia, Responsive Web Design, Transport Layer Security, Software Modules, Software Troubleshooting, Deployment Automation, Web Technologies
- **Published:** October 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/b038b765-292b-45c1-866c-2d6169343b0e

## About the Role

* 7+ years of experience building secure, accessible, responsive web applications.
 * 5+ years of hands-on experience building Drupal solutions, including module development, theming, migrations, automated testing, Drush, and Composer
 * 3+ years of technical leadership experience, such as a Lead, Deputy Lead, Technical Lead, or comparable role
 * Experience working with cloud technologies and platforms such as AWS and Acquia
 * 7 + years of experience with core web technologies and standards, including HTTP, SSL/TLS, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and JSON
 * Demonstrated experience supporting modern web application development, testing, deployment, and production operations
 * Experience collaborating with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary technical teams
 * Experience working within Agile software development environments
 * Strong troubleshooting, analytical communication, and technical leadership skills
 * Must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a Public Trust level clearance as required by the contract

## Description

* Architect, develop, and maintain secure, high-performing Drupal websites that meet industry standards for accessibility, usability, security, and design excellence.
 * Lead Drupal development activities, including custom module development, theming, migrations, automated testing, and ongoing application maintenance.
 * Design, implement, and execute automated testing strategies to support reliable, high-quality software delivery.
 * Support the full application lifecycle, including development, testing, deployment, production support, and continuous improvement.
 * Help define deployment strategies and ensure smooth, efficient releases to production environments.
 * Mentor and collaborate with engineers across varying experience levels, promoting technical growth, knowledge sharing, and development best practices.
 * Partner directly with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to establish priorities, manage expectations, and deliver successful project outcomes.
 * Contribute to an Agile development environment through planning, sprint execution, technical discussions, retrospectives, and continuous improvement activities.
 * Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues while identifying opportunities to improve application performance, scalability, security, accessibility, and user experience.
 * Champion quality, innovation, and continuous learning to help drive project and team success.