Description:

Bixal is seeking a Drupal Engineer to support the VA.gov IDIQ as part of the Secure, Performant, Reliable, and User-Centered Experiences (SPRUCE) contract.
This role involves working on highly used Veteran-facing products, ensuring accessibility, scalability, and security while improving digital experiences for Veterans and their families.
The position is full-time and contingent on a contract awarded by the client, with a defined performance period of up to one year and the possibility of two one-year extensions.
Responsibilities include developing and maintaining Drupal-based content management solutions, building and maintaining APIs, implementing enhancements for Veteran-facing content, supporting Drupal migrations, maintaining compliance with accessibility standards, optimizing performance and security, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
The role requires participation in Agile sprints, code reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Requirements:

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, plus at least three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Experience in Drupal development, particularly in Drupal 9/10, including custom module development, theming, and configuration management is necessary.
A strong understanding of decoupled Drupal architectures and integration with front-end frameworks such as Next.js or React is essential.
Proficiency in PHP, GraphQL, JavaScript, and API development is required.
Experience with VA.gov or similar government websites with compliance requirements is preferred.
Familiarity with AWS or cloud-based infrastructure for hosting Drupal applications is needed.
Strong collaboration and communication skills within Agile teams are essential.
Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.

The salary for this position ranges from $100,000 to $105,000 a year.
Employees enjoy flexible hours and a 401K with matching incentives.
Parental leave and medical/dental/vision benefits are provided.
A Flex Spending Account is available, along with company-provided short-term disability and life insurance.
Commuter benefits and generous PTO are included.
Employees receive 11 paid holidays and have access to professional development opportunities.