A Drupal developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining websites and web applications using the Drupal content management system (CMS). Drupal is a widely used open-source CMS known for its flexibility and scalability, making it popular for building websites ranging from small personal blogs to large enterprise :
- Designing and developing websites and web applications using Drupal CMS.
- Collaborating with clients, stakeholders, and team members to gather requirements and understand project objectives.
- Creating technical specifications and implementing custom Drupal modules and themes to meet project requirements.
- Writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code using PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Integrating third-party applications and services into Drupal websites.
- Customizing Drupal modules and themes to extend the functionality and meet specific project needs.
- Ensuring websites are optimized for performance, security, and search engine optimization (SEO) best practices.
- Testing and debugging websites to identify and fix issues or bugs.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including designers, front-end developers, and project managers, to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.
- Providing technical support and maintenance for existing Drupal websites.
- Identify and implement performance optimizations for Drupal websites including caching strategies, query optimization, and front-end optimizations.
- Ensuring the website is responsive, user-friendly, and adheres to the design requirements.
- Able to set up and configure content types, fields, and taxonomies to organize and manage content effectively within Drupal. Create views and displays to present content in various formats.
- Able to customize Drupal's configuration and settings to meet specific project requirements like permissions, user-roles, workflows, and other site-specific settings.
- Monitor and analyse site performance using tools like New Relic or Google Page Speed Insights.
- Use version control systems like Git to manage code repositories and collaborate with other :
- Proven experience as a Drupal developer, with a strong portfolio of Drupal-based projects.
- Minimum 3+ Years of Drupal hands-on development experience.
- Proficiency in PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and MySQL.
- In-depth knowledge of Drupal CMS, including Drupal 8/9/10.
- Experience with custom module development and theming in Drupal.
- Familiarity with Drupal APIs, Hooks, and Contributed modules.
- Familiarity with Drupal performance optimization, caching, and security best practices.
- Understanding of web development best practices, including version control (e.g., Git) and Agile methodologies.
- Ability to write Unit Test Cases.
- Knowledge of responsive web design and cross-browser compatibility.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Drupal certifications (e.g., Acquia Certified Developer, Acquia Certified Front-End Specialist, Acquia Certified Back End Specialist) are a plus.
- Any front-end development technologies and frameworks, such as JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js) are a plus.
- Bachelors degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
