Drupal Developer

Job Description

Phase2 Technology is seeking a fast-learning Sr. Drupal Developer with experience developing innovative web applications including websites, CMS,CRM, e-commerce, and performing custom web development. Candidates must be proficient in current and emerging web-based technologies to include, but not limited to; PHP, Java, JavaScript, XML, MySQL, AJAX, etc. Candidates must have familiarity with SQL compliant database platforms, web servers, app servers,and operating systems including LAMP. Experience with Drupal is important.  Familiarity and experience with open source applications is a plus.

What you could do for us:

• Design and implement killer web applications, prototypes, user interfaces, and websites for clients
• Configure,customize, and integrate open source software (OSS) for clients
• Maintain and support existing systems and websites, and realize it is just as important and challenging as building new apps
• Design and develop websites using Drupal and contact relationship management (CRM)
• Analyze a client's needs and develop the appropriate functionality, while not overbuilding
• Translate specifications from analysts and graphic designers into working applications
• Provide technical training and support to clients when necessary, and don't make fun of them if they don't understand what you do
• Implement tasks in accordance with schedule and budget goals
• Participate in project planning/estimation with project manager and team leads

You should work for us if:

• You have lots of tools in your belt to get the job done and know what to use when
• You embrace the pragmatic solution, even it if isn't glitzy
• You take simplicity and elegance over technical complexity any day
• You know what "Web 2.0" is and how to make it work (even if the phrase is over-hyped and overused)
• You understand that getting to the best solution isn't always fast or easy
• You believe in the power of collaborative teamwork and information sharing
• You think that taking incremental steps is the productive path to the ultimate solution
• You like working with smart and creative people
• You like working with exciting clients that do really cool stuff, like helping the environment
• You want to be part of a close-knit companythat is growing in the right ways

Your qualifications need to be:

• Prefer a Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Must be a US Citizen or Greencard holder
• Must possess at least 5+ years of web development experience
• Must possess at least 5+ years of experience performing programming
• Must posses at least 5+ years in PHP and MySQL
• Must posses at least 2 years of Drupal (preferably experience with versions 6 and 7)
• Must have experience with HTML, CSS, XML and other basic syntax
• Must have working experience with scripting and interface languages such as:JavaScript, PHP, etc.
• Understandingof UI design principles of good usability, especially knowing when something isbad
• Demonstrated creative excellence in solving layout and technical challenges
• Familiarity with server side and browser scripting
• Familiaritywith a variety of SQL compliant database platforms, web servers, and environments
• Knowledge and expertise with cross browser compatibility issues (CSS, JavaScript, DHTML)
• Requires a working knowledge of the principles with content management systems (CMS)
• Demonstrate a willingness, interest, and aptitude to learn new technologies and skills
• Requires proven ability to work well independently as well as part of a team
• Requires strong communication (verbal and written) skills with other team members andclients
• Requires discipline to keep estimates, documentation, and timekeeping up to date
• Requires the proven ability to manage time while working on a variety of tasks
• Possess a willingness to transfer skills to other team members
• Possess a willingness and attitude to help customers find workable solutions

It would also be cool if you:

• Understood and had experience with iterative application development including Agile development methodologies such as Extreme Programming (XP)
• Had technical experience that included LAMP architecture
• Knew other technologies like Java, .Net, AJAX, and Ruby
• Had knowledge of web-based solutions including data driven websites/portals, WebServices, Drupal, Contact Relationship Management (CRM), e-commerce (EC)
• Had experience implementing, integrating, and contributing to Open Source Software(OSS) projects

Phase2 Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Phase2 Technology participates in E-Verify

Desired Skills & Experience

Phase2 is seeking experience in Drupal, PHP and MySQL.  Desired experience in JavaScript, CSS, jQuery, HTML, XML and AJAX.

Company Description

Phase2 is internationally recognized for providing technology leadership on the web for publishing, public policy and non-profit clients using open source technology including java and the Drupal social publishing platform. Our experienced team of consultants is known for specialty in content management systems, open data integration, community applications, CRM, api integration and custom application development. Phase2 practices our own AgileApproach (TM), an agile development methodology that ensures quality and time to market of our software solutions.

More about Phase2 Technology on Crunchbase:

http://www.crunchbase.com/company/phase2-technology

Additional Information

Posted:

February 3, 2012

Type:

Full-time

Experience:

Mid-Senior level

Functions:

Information Technology 

Industries:

Internet 

Compensation:

commensurate with exprience

Job ID:

2503424

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