Developer Advocacy Jobs in Colorado

INTRODUCTION

NexGen Technologies, Inc. is a leading IT services firm specializing in delivering innovative, high‑quality solutions to our federal government clients. Our core competencies include IT professional support services, software development, cloud services, IT Operations, Agile project management, and GIS services.

JOB SUMMARY

NexGen is currently seeking a Drupal Developer to perform development/maintenance of both current and future Drupal applications written using Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP (LAMP) technology stack. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic, creative, highly motivated, and goal-oriented team player with 5+ years of Drupal development experience within the LAMP stack, strong knowledge of MySQL databases, and working knowledge of the Linux platform.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• There are no formal supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish websites (to include theming), utilizing unified architecture and design, in a cloud environment.
• Developing/enhancing Drupal Modules.
• Migrate content from previous version(s) of websites.
• Drupal troubleshooting, user administration, development tasks, support requests, and CMS add-ons.
• Other duties may be assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in design, development, and support of Web development in Drupal.
• 5+ years of experience in complete life cycle of design, development, deployment, and support of a web application.
• Expert level knowledge of Drupal development and Drupal system maintenance.
• Expert-level PHP programming experience.
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript, XML, and DOM.
• Working knowledge of Linux, MySQL, and Git.
• Knowledge of Drupal multisite configuration and ability to work with sites using this configuration.
• Knowledge of Relational Database Concepts and ability to write and troubleshoot complex SQL queries.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Acquia Certification
• Experience with Open Public distribution

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Accurately and effectively communicate with the Project Manager and/or Team Lead the level of effort to implement proposed solutions, the status of ongoing work, and any potential issues.
• Work well in both a team environment as well as a sole contributor with little or no supervision.
• Possess excellent time management skills in handling multiple priorities with individual deadlines.
• Adapt to a rapidly changing environment and work creatively with minimal supervision.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• The successful candidate will also be able to pass background screening prior to employment.
• US Citizenship, or legal permanent residence, or US work authorization with minimum 3 years of US presence is required due to federal contract requirements.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, information technology, or a related technical field.

Physical Requirements

• Reliable internet (50 Mbps down / 25 Mbps up) and a secure remote work environment.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed. (We provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions.)

COMPENSATION

• Compensation: $35–$55/hour

(The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the range provided and is determined based on job-related factors, including experience, qualifications, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions.)

NexGen Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.