We are seeking a midlevel Drupal developer to join our team and contribute to the development and maintenance of dynamic web applications using Drupal 9. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in web development technologies particularly the LAMP stack and have handson experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects collaborate with crossfunctional teams and drive innovation in our digital offerings.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Install configure and maintain Drupal 9 websites.
- Develop custom modules and themes to meet project specifications.
- Optimize website performance through caching strategies and best practices.
- Set up and configure Linux Apache MySQL and PHP environments for hosting Drupal applications.
- Troubleshoot server issues and implement security measures to protect web applications.
- Deploy and manage applications on Microsoft Azure including configuring Azure services that support web applications.
- Collaborate with the DevOps team to implement CI/CD pipelines for streamlined deployments.
- Work closely with project managers designers and other developers to ensure cohesive project execution.
- Document code processes and technical specifications for future reference and onboarding.
- Stay updated with the latest trends in Drupal development and web technologies.
- Contribute ideas for improving processes and enhancing team efficiency.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- NQF Level 4 or higher qualification in Information Technology Computer Science or a related field.
Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in setting up and configuring LAMP stack environments.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience configuring and managing Microsoft Azure cloud services.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience with Drupal 9 including module and theme development.
Key Skills:
- Proficiency in PHP MySQL HTML CSS and JavaScript.
- Strong understanding of Drupal core and contributed modules.
- Familiarity with version control systems particularly Git.
- Knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience working in Agile teams.
- Excellent problemsolving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with additional frameworks or languages (e.g. React Vue.js).
- Familiarity with Docker or other containerization technologies.
- Knowledge of web accessibility standards and best practices.
Proficiency in PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Strong understanding of Drupal core and contributed modules. Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git. Knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience working in Agile teams. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with additional frameworks or languages (e.g., React, Vue.js). Familiarity with Docker or other containerization technologies. Knowledge of web accessibility standards and best practices.
Education
Qualifications NQF Level 4 or higher qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in setting up and configuring LAMP stack environments. Minimum of 2 years of experience configuring and managing Microsoft Azure cloud services. Minimum of 2 years of experience with Drupal 9, including module and theme development.