Drupal Developer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: None

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The Opportunity:
CACI is currently looking for Drupal Developer with agile methodology experience to join our BEAGLE (Border Enforcement Applications for Government Leading-Edge Information Technology) Agile Solution Factory (ASF) Team supporting Customs and Border Protection (CBP) client located in Northern Virginia! Join this passionate team of industry-leading individuals supporting the best practices in Agile Software Development for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

As a member of the BEAGLE ASF Team, you will support the men and women charged with safeguarding the American people and enhancing the Nation’s safety, security, and prosperity. CBP agents and officers are on the front lines, every day, protecting our national security by combining customs, immigration, border security, and agricultural protection into one coordinated and supportive activity.

ASF programs thrive in a culture of innovation and are constantly seeking individuals who can bring creative ideas to solve complex problems, both technical and procedural at the team and portfolio levels. The ability to be adaptable and to work constructively with a technically diverse and geographically separated team is crucial.

Responsibilities:

Seeking a developer/programmer who thrives in an environment that values innovation, quality, and collaboration. You will be instrumental in the full lifecycle of our Drupal initiatives, from architectural design and feature development to ongoing maintenance and optimization, ensuring our platform remains at the forefront of digital government services.

• Configure and develop features for a large public government website using Drupal 10 and Drupal 11 encompassing module development, site building (Content Types, Views) and advanced theming using Twig templates.
• Maintain and update the website to ensure it meets the evolving needs of the organization and its users.
• Provide ongoing support for the website, including troubleshooting issues, performing maintenance, and ensuring the site runs smoothly.
• Use PHP scripting language for custom module development and integration of our website
• Monitor website performance and make necessary adjustments to improve functionality and user experience.
• Design and implement website features with mobile-first approach, ensuring that the site is responsive and provides an optimal user experience on all devices · Utilize USWDS (U.S. Web Design System), Bootstrap, or other grid-based design systems to create consistent and accessible user interfaces and implement design patterns and components that align with these systems.
• Create and manage content types, taxonomies, and views to organize and display content effectively. Develop custom modules or themes as needed to enhance site functionality.
• Ensure web graphics and site elements are compatible across different browsers and platforms and address and resolve any compatibility issues that arise.
• Use GIT for version control to manage code changes and collaborate with team members. Utilize Drupal’s configuration sync process to maintain consistency across different environments
• Create wireframes and prototypes to visualize website layouts and user flows. Apply UI/UX design principles to enhance the user experience and accessibility of the site using front-end web technologies, including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and jQuery
• Document code, configurations, and processes clearly and thoroughly
• Create user guides and technical documentation to support stakeholder
• Implement optimization techniques to improve Drupal performance, including server configurations, MySQL optimization, caching strategies, and theming best practices
• Ensure the website complies with Section 508 and other accessibility standards

Qualifications:

Required: 

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to pass CBP background investigation, criteria include but are not limited to:
• 3-year check for felony convictions
• 1-year check for illegal drug use
• 1-year check for misconduct such as theft or fraud
• College degree (B.S.) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Management Systems, or a related discipline. Equivalent professional experience will be considered in lieu of degree
• Professional Experience: at least seven (7) plus years related technical experience, with software design, development, and implementation in a Windows/Linux Environment
• Must be available to work on client site in Ashburn, VA at least 1 day per week.

• Proven expertise with the latest versions of Drupal development and strong command of Composer for PHP dependency management

• The ideal candidate will have solid experience in a range of Web development technologies, including CSS/CSS3, SASS, HTML5, Twig Templates, JavaScript, and jQuery

• Strong experience using Composer and DRUSH for dependency management.

• Proficient in Drupal Configuration Management Using Git. · Experience using SQL queries to troubleshoot views.

• Experience adapting and developing themes for use in a CMS environment

• Experience working with mobile responsive design templates · Collaborate with web designers to ensure mockups and UI meet the needs of a responsive web design

• Ability to write code to enhance performance across all devices

• You will be able to communicate effectively between creative and technical departments

• You will be able to work independently or as part of the team · You will be able to manage multiple projects at one time – can work with other departments and team members to ensure the work is done accurately and on time.

• Capable of designing and executing comprehensive test plans for module and CSS updates.

• Deep understanding of the Drupal Feeds module, including custom code development.

Desired:

• MySQL and Linux experience highly desired
• Knowledge of Drupal hooks system
• Knowledge of functional and regression testing in Drupal systems
• Familiarity with PHP Storm or other development IDE.
• Drupal certification

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. 

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$103,800 - $218,100