Position Overview
We are seeking a Tech Lead (Full Stack - Backend Focused) to guide our Drupal web development team in delivering scalable, maintainable, and user-centered digital solutions. This role combines strategic technical leadership with hands-on collaboration, ensuring that our web platforms evolve in alignment with business goals and architectural standards. The Tech Lead will work closely with Product Owners, Solution Leads, and Developers to shape the technical direction of our Drupal-based systems, mentor team members, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
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Collaborate with Product Owners, Product Managers, Solution Leads, and Developers to define and refine Features and Stories for Drupal-based web solutions
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Partner closely with the Product Owner and development team to break down Features into well-scoped Stories, ensuring clarity, feasibility, and alignment with business goals
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Help determine the right balance between technical integrity and business value, offering guidance that supports both immediate delivery and long-term system health
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Provide a clear technical vision for the system’s structure, ensuring solutions remain scalable, maintainable, and robust as the platform evolves
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Work with our Solution Lead to translate high-level Epics into detailed, technically sound solutions at the Feature and Story level
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Offer technical guidance and solutioning for Drupal development projects, ensuring feasibility, scalability, and alignment with architectural standards
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Work closely with developers to clarify requirements, unblock technical challenges, and ensure delivery quality
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Participate in PI Planning, backlog grooming, story refinement, and sprint planning sessions
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Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and contribute to technical documentation and standards
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Identify and mitigate risks early in the solutioning process
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Mentor and coach developers on Drupal best practices, coding standards, and architectural principles
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Support knowledge transfer across the team to reduce single points of failure and increase team autonomy
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Contribute to reusable components and frameworks that accelerate development and improve consistency
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Facilitate technical reviews of features and stories to ensure clarity, completeness, and feasibility
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Champion a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, helping the team evolve its practices as the organization grows
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Act as a bridge between business and technical teams, translating requirements into actionable development plans while maintaining a user-centered mindset
Preferred Skills and Competencies
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Deep expertise in Drupal 9/10, including custom module development, theming, and configuration
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Strong understanding of PHP, Twig, HTML/CSS, and JavaScript
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Experience with Agile methodologies, including Scrum and SAFe
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Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and automated testing
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Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
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Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
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Proven ability to mentor developers and foster team growth
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Experience with API integrations, web services, and RESTful architecture
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Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and SEO best practices
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Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
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Acquia Certified Developer (or higher) is a plus
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Salesforce Certification(s) are a plus
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Exposure to MuleSoft or similar integration platforms is a plus
Education and Experience
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7+ years of experience working as a Drupal developer, including at the principal or architect level, preferably in a current or recent role
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Strong hands-on experience with Drupal 9/10 APIs and PHP 8.x development
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Solid debugging and troubleshooting skills across both front-end and back-end components
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Proficient in Drupal theming, including Twig templates, HTML, CSS/SASS, and responsive web development
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Familiarity with JavaScript and modern front-end development practices
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Experience with Git-based source control tools, including GitHub and Bitbucket
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Comfortable working within Agile software development methodologies, such as Scrum or SAFe
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline preferred
Additional Information:
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $148,200.00 - $222,300.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in the primary work location in the US. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your Talent Acquisition Specialist can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
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