Drupal Front-End Developer Job at Case Western Reserve University

• Build and maintain Drupal themes and front-end components using HTML, CSS/SCSS, modern JavaScript (ES6+) and component-based approaches.
• Develop interactive user interfaces using frameworks and libraries such as React and integrate them with Drupal through APIs and component-driven architectures.
• Ensure responsive design, cross-browser compatibility, clean code, scalability and front-end performance.
• Collaborate with UX designers to translate wireframes and high-fidelity designs into functional, accessible Drupal templates and interactive components.
• Work with back-end developers and UX teams to align front-end solutions with Drupal architecture, content workflows and editorial requirements.
• Support and extend the university’s design system by developing reusable UI components and patterns for Drupal websites and JavaScript frameworks such as React.
• Document components, usage guidelines and front-end standards to improve consistency and collaboration across teams.
• Ensure front-end implementations comply with WCAG 2+, Section 508 and ADA accessibility requirements.
• Optimize front-end performance, manage efficient asset loading, conduct front-end testing and participate in quality assurance.
• Implement, configure and validate Google Analytics 4 (GA4) tracking and related analytics tools through Google Tag Manager, front-end code and Drupal templates or components.
• Collaborate with UX teams to ensure accurate tracking of user interactions, navigation and key actions, and troubleshoot analytics issues.
• Supervise contractors and student employees as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Expert proficiency in HTML, CSS/SCSS and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Extensive knowledge of Drupal theming, custom themes and component-based front-end development.
• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks and libraries, particularly React, and their integration with Drupal or CMS-driven environments.
• Strong understanding of responsive design and cross-device and cross-browser compatibility.
• Experience implementing and maintaining design systems and reusable UI components.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards, including WCAG 2+, Section 508 and ADA, and their practical application in front-end development.
• Experience implementing and supporting GA4 tracking and tag management using Google Tag Manager, front-end code and Drupal templates or components.
• Ability to translate wireframes and high-fidelity designs into functional, accessible user interfaces in collaboration with UX designers.
• Proficiency with version control systems such as Git and collaborative development workflows.
• Strong coding standards, documentation, communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a virtual team, manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to support and advocate for students in alignment with university values, policies and mission.
• Willingness to learn and work with artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies.
• Ability to maintain consistent attendance and interact with colleagues, supervisors and customers face-to-face.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of front-end web development experience, including Drupal theming and modern JavaScript frameworks; or
• Associate’s degree and 7 years of related front-end web development experience; or
• More than 13 years of equivalent professional experience.
• Hands-on experience developing and maintaining Drupal websites, custom themes and reusable front-end components.
• Experience integrating React or similar JavaScript frameworks with Drupal or other CMS-driven environments.
• Experience implementing design systems, accessibility standards and analytics tracking solutions.
• Experience collaborating with UX designers and back-end developers to deliver scalable, maintainable and accessible web interfaces.