Senior Drupal Developer Job at B-Works

• Set up and architect Drupal 10/11 environments.
• Design and manage content models using Paragraphs and Layout Builder.
• Develop clean, well-documented, and maintainable custom Drupal modules.
• Implement and maintain Search API and Solr, including PDF indexing and autocomplete functionality.
• Develop REST API integrations with third-party systems, appointment booking platforms, and AI services.
• Build Webforms with complex calculation logic and CMS-managed parameters.
• Optimize application performance, implement security best practices (OWASP), and manage CI/CD, Composer, and Git workflows. 

Frontend Development

• Develop Drupal themes using Twig and component-based architecture.
• Convert designs into accessible and high-performance Drupal templates compliant with WCAG 2.1 AA.
• Integrate design systems and pattern libraries.
• Develop and optimize frontend functionality using JavaScript and CSS/SASS.
• Collaborate closely with backend developers and UX/UI designers. 

Full-Stack Development

• Perform both frontend and backend development based on project requirements.
• Bridge frontend and backend development with broad technical expertise.
• Adapt responsibilities depending on the project phase. 

Responsibilities Across All Tracks

• Work within Agile sprint teams.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain technical documentation according to agency standards.
• Ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards, GDPR, Swiss DSG/nDSG regulations, and OWASP security guidelines where applicable. 

Required Qualifications

General Requirements

• Native-level German language proficiency.
• Minimum 5 years of Drupal experience in Backend, Frontend, or Full-Stack development within a digital agency or similar environment.
• Strong hands-on expertise with Drupal 10/11 (not limited to legacy Drupal versions).
• Proven qualifications through at least one of the following:
  • Relevant Acquia certification (Back-End Specialist, Front-End Specialist, or Certified Developer).
  • Active Drupal.org profile with documented contributions to Drupal 10/11 modules or Drupal core.
  • Public GitHub or GitLab portfolio featuring Drupal projects completed within the last two years.
• Experience delivering projects for the public sector or government institutions. 

Backend Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in PHP 8.3+, object-oriented programming (OOP), Dependency Injection, and Drupal Services.
• Experience with Search API, Solr, REST APIs, and third-party system integrations.
• Experience building Webforms with complex business logic.
• Strong experience developing custom Drupal modules.  

Frontend Technical Skills

• Expertise in Twig and Drupal theme architecture.
• Experience with component-based frontend development.
• Strong JavaScript and CSS/SASS skills.
• Knowledge of frontend performance optimization and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards.
• Understanding of Drupal's Render API and Theme Hook system. 

Full-Stack Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in both frontend and backend Drupal development.
• Ability to switch between frontend and backend tasks based on project requirements. 

Personal Skills

• Highly reliable with a strong commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Proactively communicate risks and project issues.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Able to work independently in a remote environment.  
• Interested in building long-term professional partnerships rather than one-time engagements. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of Swiss German.
• Experience integrating AI solutions into Drupal projects.
• Experience working in healthcare, social insurance, or public sector organizations.
• Active participation in the Drupal community (DrupalCon, local meetups, issue queue contributions).
• PSPO (Professional Scrum Product Owner) certification for candidates interested in Technical Project Leadership.