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Job Requirements Senior Drupal Developer (Senior Consultant, Engineering & Technical Services) At Fearless, we are seeking a Drupal Developer as part of our Senior Consultant, Engineering & Technical Services career path to support a growing portfolio of federal and state digital services. You'll work as part of collaborative, cross-functional teams alongside designers, product managers, and engineers, delivering high-quality, well-tested software that has real public impact. This position combines deep technical expertise in Drupal development with the ability to architect scalable solutions, mentor team members, and navigate complex stakeholder environments. All of our Drupal Developer opportunities are fully remote. At Fearless, this Senior Consultant collaborates with cross functional teams to align the technical vision, implementation, and quality of software systems across development, reliability, testing, and operations. This role will possess the skills to be able to bridge business objectives with technical execution in software development, infrastructure, security, and testing at an advanced application level of proficiency. The Sr. Consultant role will work on projects that allow them to ensure scalable, secure, and reliable solutions while mentoring engineers, fostering collaboration, and aligning stakeholders with product and project goals. Fearless Your Responsibilities in this Role:  * Lead Drupal architecture decisions across client engagements, including content modeling, configuration management, dependency injection, and reusable patterns that support maintainable, scalable implementations. 
* Build and maintain custom Drupal modules, themes, and integrations using modern Drupal practices, including Composer-based workflows, service architecture, and upgrade-ready code for Drupal 9, 10, and 11. 
* Integrate Drupal with third-party systems, RESTful APIs, authentication services, and enterprise platforms to deliver secure, cohesive digital experiences. 
* Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions that align with client goals and delivery priorities. 
* Define and implement automated testing strategies, including unit, kernel, functional, and end-to-end testing, to improve code quality, reliability, and release confidence. 
* Own release readiness and deployment workflows across development, staging, and production environments, including CI/CD pipelines, configuration deployment, and environment troubleshooting. 
* Optimize application performance, accessibility, and scalability for high-traffic government websites through caching strategies, query tuning, asset optimization, and compliance with WCAG 2.1/2.2 and Section 508 standards. 
* Apply secure development practices across Drupal applications, including dependency management, vulnerability remediation, authentication and authorization patterns, and PII-aware implementation. 
* Provide technical leadership by estimating effort, guiding implementation decisions, conducting code reviews, mentoring developers, and establishing engineering standards that can adapt to diverse client environments.  The Impact You Will Create in this Role:  Fearless Impact: * Fosters collaboration with cross functional teams by taking the initiative and driving conversations 
* Coach, mentor, and develop peers that elevate team capability and technical expertise using clear and persuasive communication of engineering solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences
* Earn the trust of your customer and teammates by delivering world class services.
* Drive accountability and delivery by ensuring project objectives are not only met on time but aligned with client priorities and Fearless standards of excellence. Anticipate risks and implement proactive solutions to keep initiatives on track.
* Take ownership of risk management by monitoring deliverables across the team, identifying issues early, and coaching teammates on mitigation strategies while keeping leadership informed.
* Shape client engagement and intelligence-gathering efforts by actively cultivating relationships with stakeholders, synthesizing insights across the client organization and partner ecosystem, and providing Fearless leaders with actionable recommendations that inform strategy and strengthen delivery outcomes.
Fearless Customer Impact: * Deliver expected outcomes relative to high quality code and maintainable systems
* Offer and implement innovative solutions that include engineering best practices through new tools, frameworks and methodologies
* Lead and align stakeholders with product and project goals that advance customer satisfaction as well as Fearless’ objectives, strategy, and mission
* Serve as a trusted advisor in your area of expertise Work Experience Skill and Experience Requirements * Minimum of 7 years of professional experience developing and maintaining Drupal applications, including Drupal 9, 10, and/or 11.
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
* Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance.
* Demonstrated experience building custom Drupal modules, themes, and integrations using PHP, Twig, JavaScript, and modern web development frameworks.
* Strong experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs and integrating Drupal with third-party systems, SaaS platforms, and enterprise applications.
* Proven experience leading technical initiatives, architecting solutions, and making technology recommendations for complex web projects.
* Experience working within Agile delivery teams and collaborating closely with product managers, designers, QA engineers, and stakeholders.
* Hands-on experience with cloud-hosted environments, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and modern DevOps practices.
* Deep understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1/2.2, Section 508), security best practices, and performance optimization techniques.
* Experience mentoring developers, conducting code reviews, and contributing to engineering best practices and technical standards. Preferred Skills and Experience * Experience delivering solutions for federal, state, or local government clients.  
* Active contribution to the Drupal open-source community through module development, issue contributions, or community leadership.  
* Experience working in FedRAMP, cloud.gov, AWS GovCloud, or other regulated environments.  
* Acquia Certified Drupal Developer, AWS or other cloud platform certifications, Security+, accessibility certifications (such as IAAP CPACC), or equivalent professional credentials demonstrating expertise in web development, cloud technologies, accessibility, and secure software delivery.   Fearless Skills and Competencies * Analytical Thinking: The ability to observe and interpret information, break down complex problems into parts, identify patterns/relationships and draw logical conclusions to develop effective solutions.
* Synthetic Thinking: The ability to combine different ideas, information, or concepts to create a new, complex understanding or solution by integrating disparate elements into a new, meaningful whole.
* Adaptability: Comfort with change, flexibility in the face of shifting demands and resilience to setbacks.
* Ownership & Accountability: Committed to taking responsibility for outcomes, ensuring that all commitments are met with a focus on enhancing service delivery.
* Consultative Advising: Identifies and articulates client challenges, scopes projects and aligns recommendations to business goals and client expectations.
* Communicating with Influence: Capable of crafting and delivering clear, persuasive messages that integrate data insights and structured narratives, tailored to the strategic needs of diverse audiences to drive effective decision-making.
* Managing Priorities & Client Alignment: Skillfully negotiates and manages conflicting priorities to strategically align decisions, enhancing service delivery and client satisfaction. Required Level of Proficiency: * Advanced Application: You can perform the actions associated with a skill without assistance. You are recognized within your immediate organization as "a person to ask" when difficult questions regarding required skills arise. Physical Requirements: * Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer or during meetings.
* Must be able to travel occasionally to client sites or company meetings, which may involve driving or flying.
* Ability to communicate effectively via phone, email, and in-person, requiring clear speech, listening, and written communication skills.
* Ability to move within an office environment, including reaching for files, using office equipment, and occasional light lifting (up to 10 pounds). Benefits Life at Fearless We’re a digital integration consultancy on a mission to build a better tomorrow. At Fearless, we combine technology, people, and organizational development to solve meaningful problems. Through iterative development, we deliver smart, user-friendly solutions that make tech work better—for everyone. But great tech is just part of the story. What really makes us Fearless is our Purple Culture. What Makes Us Purple? Being Purple means you: * Are valued as a whole person—not just a job title
* Get matched with work that plays to your strengths and passions
* Are supported by coaches, not micromanagers
* Have the autonomy and clarity to make decisions and drive impact
* Join a community that celebrates equity, curiosity, and innovation
* Do work that matters—every day
We believe in flexibility, growth, and balance. Our benefits and culture are designed to support you in doing your best work—while making space for what matters to you outside of it. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Fearless, we’re building a workplace that welcomes and respects everyone—across