Drupal Designer and Developer

Dynamic Integrated Services•, DC

4d•$105,000 - $135,000•Remote

About The Position

Dynamic Integrated Services (DIS) is seeking a Drupal Designer and Developer to join its Design and Digital Services team in support of federal clients, including a large public health research program. The role translates approved website content and design changes into accessible, responsive, and engaging Drupal experiences. It combines visual and user experience design with hands-on Drupal development and includes informing updates to information architecture and user journeys; creating wireframes, mockups, and prototypes; building and adapting reusable components; applying user behavior analysis findings; and collaborating with customer web and technical teams to support implementation. The role develops and implements approved website changes in a Drupal 10 environment, currently version 10.6.14. The employee creates Drupal-compatible code, layouts, templates, documentation, and implementation handoff materials; works with an existing component library; tests functionality, responsiveness, browser compatibility, and accessibility; troubleshoots integration issues; and manages assigned work within agreed schedules and review processes. The position is remote and full-time, with an annual base salary of $105,000–$135,000, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in web development, computer science, digital design, human-computer interaction, or a related field.
At least five years of professional web design and development experience, including at least three years of hands-on Drupal development and experience delivering production websites in Drupal 10.
Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Drupal theming and templating; working knowledge of PHP sufficient to develop, adapt, and troubleshoot Drupal code supporting assigned work.
Hands-on experience configuring Drupal content types, fields, Views, blocks, and reusable page components, and working within an established component library or design system.
Strong understanding of responsive web design, typography, layout, visual hierarchy, navigation, and user-centered design; ability to turn approved concepts into usable pages.
Ability to create and communicate page designs and prototypes using Figma or a comparable design tool and carry those designs through development.
Experience applying accessibility requirements, including Section 508 and applicable WCAG criteria, and performing automated and manual accessibility checks.
Ability to interpret website analytics, user behavior findings, and usability feedback and translate them into practical design and implementation improvements.
Experience using Git or a comparable version-control system, documenting changes, and preparing code and configuration for review and implementation by another technical team.
Demonstrated ability to test and troubleshoot Drupal pages and components, resolve integration issues, and clearly document implementation steps and technical decisions.
Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills; ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and explain technical issues to nontechnical colleagues.
Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to client service, quality, and meeting deadlines.
Authorization to work in the United States.
Ability to successfully complete required background checks and obtain and maintain a favorable Federal Public Trust determination for the assigned contract.
Provide authorized work samples demonstrating Drupal implementation and visual design skills, and describe contributions to design, development, testing, and implementation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with React or Twig.
Experience with GitHub.
Experience supporting Veterans Affairs, other Federal agencies, or government consulting engagements.
Experience with health, research, benefits, or public-facing websites serving Veterans, service members, or researchers.
Experience with the U.S. Web Design System, VA Web Design System, Federal digital standards, or comparable enterprise design systems.
Experience with Drupal custom module development, configuration management, Composer, Drush, and coordinated deployment workflows.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement approved website content and design changes for customer websites in a Drupal 10 environment.
Translate approved requirements into page layouts, wireframes, prototypes, and responsive designs while maintaining client branding and design standards.
Create maintainable Drupal-compatible code, page components, templates, and supporting technical materials compatible with the existing website architecture.
Select, configure, adapt, and arrange code and components from an existing component library; identify gaps and coordinate proposed additions with customer web and technical teams.
Use user behavior analyses and usability feedback, including Google Analytics, Cision, and customer insight sessions, to improve page organization, navigation, content presentation, and interactions within the approved scope.
Coordinate with customer web, content, design, and technical teams to confirm requirements, resolve dependencies, and incorporate feedback.
Test content, components, and templates for functionality, responsive behavior, browser compatibility, and accessibility; document findings, troubleshoot issues, and verify corrections.
Prepare implementation handoff materials, including code, assets, configuration instructions, component documentation, dependencies, and test results, as applicable.
Respond to technical questions and make adjustments to support implementation, including troubleshooting issues identified during integration and acceptance testing.
Manage assigned work, communicate progress and risks, and deliver accurate, well-documented products within agreed schedules and review processes.