Drupal Engineer

Job description

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About Us:

Bixal is a consulting company based in Fairfax, VA, working alongside governments and organizations to help them deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. Using evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal empowers clients to deliver on their missions more effectively by fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Location

This role can work remotely from anywhere in the USA. You must be legally authorized to work in the US. Bixal does not provide visa sponsorship.

What You’ll Be Doing:

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 some of the most highly used Veteran-facing products, ensuring accessibility, scalability, and security while improving digital experiences for Veterans and their families.

This is a full-time position contingent on a contract awarded by our client, with a defined performance period of up to one year and the possibility of two one-year extensions. This role offers you a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a project that aligns with Bixal’s mission of delivering innovative, human-centered solutions. While the role has a fixed duration, we are committed to transparency and collaboration, keeping you informed about contract updates and new opportunities. At Bixal, we support your professional journey, ensuring your experience reflects our inclusive, purpose-driven culture and prepares you for future success.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Drupal-based content management solutions for VA.gov, ensuring seamless integration with the broader ecosystem.
• Build and maintain APIs (GraphQL, REST) to support the VA’s decentralized content management system (CMS).
• Implement enhancements for Veteran-facing content, facility pages, and search features, ensuring a user-friendly experience.
• Support Drupal migrations and integrations with Next.js, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain compliance with Section 508, WCAG 2.2 AA, and other federal accessibility standards.
• Optimize performance, security, and content workflows in a decoupled Drupal environment.
• Work closely with UX, content, and development teams to improve editorial interfaces and user experiences.
• Participate in Agile sprints, code reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Other relevant duties as qualified and trained to perform.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, plus at least four (4) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in Drupal development, particularly in Drupal ⁹⁄₁₀, including custom module development, theming, and configuration management.
• Strong understanding of decoupled Drupal architectures and integration with front-end frameworks (e.g., Next.js, React).
• Proficiency in PHP, GraphQL, JavaScript, and API development.
• Experience with VA.gov or similar government websites with compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with AWS or cloud-based infrastructure for hosting Drupal applications.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills within Agile teams.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.

Nice to Haves

• Experience working with federal digital services or civic tech projects.
• Knowledge of Metalsmith & Liquid templates, Ruby on Rails, or other VA.gov technologies.
• Familiarity with Figma and content modeling best practices.
• Background in site performance optimization and security hardening for enterprise-scale Drupal applications.

$120,000 - $125,000 a year

Perks & Benefits:

Flex hours

401K with matching incentive

Parental Leave

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Flex Spending Account

Company provided short-term disability and life insurance

Commuter benefits

Generous PTO

11 Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Please note that candidates selected may undergo a background investigation and, if applicable, meet eligibility requirements for suitability.

Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.