Drupal Engineer

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Why Bixal?

Bixal is a consulting company headquartered 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.

Our Values

• People-First: Emphasizing the importance of people in all aspects of work.
• Collaboration and Transparency: Valuing teamwork and open communication.
• Growth Mindset: Encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.
• Creating Lasting Impact: Focusing on meaningful outcomes and positive change.
  
  

About The Role

Bixal is seeking a skilled Drupal Engineer to join our growing team of digital problem-solvers. In this role, you’ll work on meaningful federal projects that make a real impact, building modern, accessible, and user-centered web experiences using Drupal. We're looking for developers who are passionate about clean code, open-source solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative digital services to the public. If you thrive in agile environments and believe in the power of technology to improve lives, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a full-time position contingent on contract award by our client, with a defined performance period of one year with two one-year option periods. 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.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $120,000 – $125,000. In the spirit of transparency, most offers tend to land near the midpoint of the range. We make compensation decisions thoughtfully, considering your experience, the skills you bring, and our commitment to internal equity. Fairness and transparency are core to how we operate.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Drupal-based content management solutions 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 customer-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 Have Skills And Experience

• 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.
  
  

How We Support Our Team

• 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
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid holidays
  
  

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.

We leverage technology, communications, data, and human-centered design to help governments and leading organizations be more efficient, effective, and impactful.

Bixal is a consulting company headquartered 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.