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Job Role: PHP Drupal Developer

Reference: BH-349c

Contract Duration: 1 month + rolling contract

Location: Remote (UK only)

Daily rate: £300 per day (Outside IR35)


Job Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Drupal Developer to join our client’s team. In this role, you will work collaboratively with other developers, designers, and content creators to build and maintain compelling, efficient, and user-friendly websites. You’ll play a key role in the front-end theming process and contribute to the overall functionality, accessibility, and performance of their Drupal-based platforms.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement responsive, accessible, and high-performance Drupal themes using Twig, CSS/JS, and Drupal's theming system (including base themes and sub-theming).
  • Convert static HTML into component-based templates; define regions and layouts using Layout Builder or custom solutions.
  • Set up and maintain theme scaffolds, organize front-end assets, and attach libraries in Twig to ensure maintainable and modular code.
  • Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate visual designs into inclusive, user-friendly interfaces.
  • Build and maintain site structure and templates that support rich media, community interaction, and dynamic content.
  • Ensure cross-device performance, optimize loading speed, and troubleshoot issues including layout bugs, accessibility gaps, and uptime challenges.
  • Work with content and CMS teams to iterate on content structure, editorial workflows, and media compliance.
  • Participate in code reviews, agile sprints, and contribute to CI/CD pipelines using tools like Git, GitHub, and Composer.
  • Provide feedback on development processes, offer Drupal best practices, and contribute to site documentation and team knowledge sharing.


Requirements/experience:

  • Minimum 3–4 years of experience with Drupal 8/9/10, theming, and front-end development.
  • Proficient in HTML5, CSS3 (SASS/SCSS), JavaScript (ES6+), and Twig.
  • Strong understanding of Drupal CMS architecture, including layout builder, blocks, views, and configuration management.
  • Experience building and maintaining responsive, accessible, and SEO-friendly front-ends.
  • Experience with content management workflows and media handling in Drupal.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with Git-based workflows, Agile project management, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Excellent communication, time management, and teamwork skills.


Additional/Desirable experience:

  • Building websites to WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility level
  • Experience with sub-theming, base themes like Classy, Stable, or Bootstrap.
  • Familiarity with component-driven design methodologies such as Atomic Design.
  • Acquia Certification or community contributions to Drupal projects.
  • Experience using frontend build tools like Webpack, Gulp, or Vite.
  • Familiarity with privacy and compliance requirements for digital media.