Master Web Designer (Drupal Web Developer)

Job Description

Job Description

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Location: Washington, DC 

Duration: 12 month contract, with possible extension 

W-2 or 1099   

No C2C, visa transfers, or sponsorship  

The DNA Group is seeking a Master Web Designer (Drupal Web Developer). In this role, you will design, develop, maintain, and enhance Drupal-based web applications and digital platforms while ensuring secure, scalable, accessible, and user-centered web experiences. You will collaborate with designers, stakeholders, content teams, and IT leadership to deliver modern web solutions aligned with organizational goals and best practices.

Overview Requirements :

• Develop, configure, and maintain Drupal websites using Drupal 9/10/11
• Build custom Drupal modules, themes, and integrations following best practices
• Implement and maintain content types, taxonomies, views, menus, and blocks
• Perform updates, security patching, module upgrades, and troubleshooting
• Optimize websites for accessibility (WCAG 2.1+), SEO, responsiveness, and performance
• Build and maintain integrations with third-party systems using REST APIs, GraphQL, SSO, CRM, and payment gateways
• Work with cloud hosting platforms such as Acquia, Pantheon, AWS, and Azure
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for testing and deployments
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to deliver user-friendly web interfaces
• Partner with content teams to improve editorial workflows and permissions
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and development activities
• Maintain documentation for deployments, configurations, and custom development
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, peer reviews, and version control processes

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Strong experience with Drupal 9/10/11 development and architecture
• Proficiency in PHP, Twig, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive web design
• Experience with Composer, Drush, Git, and modern development workflows
• Knowledge of MySQL/MariaDB and database optimization
• Experience with cloud hosting environments such as AWS, Azure, Acquia, or Pantheon
• Understanding of accessibility standards, web security, and performance optimization
• Experience with headless or decoupled Drupal architectures
• Familiarity with React, Vue, or other modern JavaScript frameworks
• Experience with Docker or containerized development environments
• Excellent communication, collaboration, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Required Experience:  

• Designing User Interfaces and Building Webpages: 16+ years (Required)
• HTML and CSS Experience: 16+ years (Required)
• Web Design Conventions, User Experience, and Web Standards: 16+ years (Required)
• Web Optimization and Best Practices: 16+ years (Required)
• Strong Problem Solving and Analytical Skills: 10 years (Required)
• Headless or Decoupled Drupal Architectures: 10 years (Required)
• React, Vue, or Other Modern JavaScript Frameworks: 10 years (Required)
• Building Custom Drupal Modules, Themes, and Integrations: 10 years (Required)
• Drupal 9/10/11 Website Development and Maintenance: 10 years (Required)
• Content Types, Views, Taxonomies, Blocks, and Menus: 10 years (Required)
• Version Control, Peer Reviews, and Coding Standards: 10 years (Required)
• Docker or Containerized Development Environments: 10 years (Required)
• Acquia Drupal Developer or Site Builder Certification: 10 years (Required)
• Agile/Scrum Environment Experience: 10 years (Required)
• Excellent Communication and Collaboration Skills: 10 years (Required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in IT or Related Field or Equivalent Experience: 20 years (Required) 

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:  

• Team oriented — cooperative and collaborative
• People-oriented — enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable/flexible — enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented — would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented — enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Autonomous/Independent — enjoys working with little direction
• Innovative — prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
• High stress tolerance — thrives in a high-pressure environment

The DNA Group maintains a drug free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug-testing, where applicable, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.