Drupal Developer Job at Braintrust

• Lead the implementation of external APIs and services, ensuring seamless integration with Drupal.
• Optimize Drupal site performance, particularly through caching strategies on Acquia, and ensure best practices for scalability.
• Import content from external sources into Acquia Site Studio components.
• Apply expert knowledge of Drupal best practices, including custom module development, security protocols, and data architecture.
• Troubleshoot complex backend issues and lead the resolution of performance bottlenecks.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with developers to plan and execute backend tasks.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure timely delivery of backend solutions, maintaining high-quality standards.
• Participate in code reviews and offer technical guidance to improve and refine existing solutions.

Performance and Quality Assurance:

• Ensure high-performance, scalable implementations by leveraging Acquia’s platform and tools.
• Optimize backend code for performance, security, and maintainability.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex backend issues related to APIs, caching, and data handling.

Required Experience:

• Extensive experience with Drupal (8/9/10) backend development, including custom module creation and system architecture.
• Proven expertise in integrating external APIs and services with Drupal.
• Hands-on experience with Acquia Site Studio and Acquia’s performance optimization tools.
• Deep knowledge of Drupal caching mechanisms, performance optimization, and security best practices.

Technical Skills:

• Experience with Acquia Site Studio strongly preferred.
• Expertise in PHP, MySQL, and Composer, with experience using Drush and Git for development workflows.
• Familiarity with Acquia’s cloud platform, including performance tools and caching layers (e.g., Varnish, Redis).
• Strong problem-solving abilities and experience leading complex Drupal projects from start to finish.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a remote team.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently.