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Drupal Developer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions for this role must certify prevailing wage compliance through a Labor Condition Application before USCIS adjudicates the petition.
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Company Overview
At 4A Consulting, we turn complexity into opportunity. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Baltimore, MD, we are a women-owned, boutique consulting firm specializing in delivering innovative, data-driven solutions to both the Federal Government and Fortune 500 clients. Our team blends deep industry knowledge with advanced technologies to design tailored strategies that drive measurable and sustainable outcomes. We pride ourselves on an agile, collaborative approach that helps organizations navigate challenges and seize emerging opportunities in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. At 4A, we don’t just deliver projects, we build trusted partnerships that empower our clients to lead with confidence in the digital age.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Web Developer Master with strong Drupal expertise to support the development, maintenance, and modernization of enterprise government websites and digital platforms. This role is responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, and supporting Drupal-based web applications while ensuring security, accessibility, scalability, and compliance with established web standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Drupal development, PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Twig, and enterprise web application development, with the ability to build, enhance, and support large-scale, content-driven websites.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain Drupal-based websites and enterprise web applications
- Build and customize Drupal modules, themes, content types, taxonomies, and views
- Perform Drupal core upgrades, contributed module updates, security patches, and version migrations
- Develop and maintain Drupal applications using PHP, Twig, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
- Integrate Drupal applications with enterprise systems, APIs, and third-party services
- Ensure all deliverables comply with Section 508, WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards, and District web standards
- Implement web security best practices consistent with organizational cybersecurity guidelines
- Collaborate with project managers, UX designers, content strategists, developers, and business stakeholders
- Develop technical documentation, operational runbooks, and code documentation
- Provide Tier 3 production support and participate in deployment activities
- Configure and administer Drupal content types, fields, vocabularies, view modes, form displays, blocks, menus, URL aliases, and redirects
- Manage Drupal configuration using configuration export/import processes
- Configure user roles, permissions, content moderation workflows, and access controls
- Develop and optimize complex Drupal Views, contextual filters, exposed filters, and REST exports
- Administer Media Library, image styles, and responsive image configurations
- Develop and maintain Twig templates, preprocess functions, and theme implementations
- Configure and manage JavaScript and CSS libraries using the Drupal Libraries API
- Utilize Drush, Composer, Git, and local development environments to support application development and deployment
- Participate in code reviews and follow Drupal coding standards and best practices
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 16+ years of experience performing specialized programming and technical development for Internet applications
- At least 3 years of hands-on Drupal development experience with Drupal 7 and Drupal 9, 10, or 11
- Demonstrated proficiency in PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and Twig
- Experience with Composer, Drush, Git, and MySQL/MariaDB
- Working knowledge of Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards
- Strong experience developing and maintaining Drupal modules, themes, and custom applications
- Experience integrating Drupal with enterprise systems and third-party APIs
- Experience performing Drupal upgrades, migrations, and security patching
- Strong understanding of responsive web design and cross-browser compatibility
- Experience developing technical documentation and operational procedures
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Acquia Certified Developer or Site Builder certification
- Experience with headless or decoupled Drupal using JSON or GraphQL
- Familiarity with Acquia Cloud, Pantheon, or AWS hosting environments
- Experience supporting District, State, or Federal government web platforms
- Knowledge of DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Docker
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Why Join 4A
- Be part of a mission-driven, women-owned consulting firm with a reputation for excellence.
- Work on high-impact projects across federal and commercial clients.
- Collaborate in an inclusive, growth-oriented culture where innovation is valued.
- Access career development programs, mentorship, and learning opportunities.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work options, and a focus on work-life balance.
Equal Opportunity Statement
4A Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive hiring process. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability may contact accommodations@4a-consulting.com. This email is intended solely for accommodation requests. Please note that 4A Consulting participates in the federal E-Verify program. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US. 4A Consulting will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Drupal Developer
Document your Drupal-specific technical credentials
Compile certifications, contributed modules, and Drupal.org profile activity before applying. USCIS adjudicators evaluating specialty occupation require evidence your role demands a directly related degree, not just general web development experience.
Verify your job title against the LCA
Once you have an offer, confirm the employer's LCA lists a Drupal or web developer SOC code that matches your actual duties. A mismatch between the LCA job title and your offer letter can trigger an RFE.
Target employers with active CMS filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter for companies that have filed H-1B LCAs for developer roles. Employers with documented CMS and Drupal filings already understand the specialty occupation argument, which shortens the sponsorship conversation.
Check prevailing wage tiers before negotiating
Look up your target role's wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your offered wage must meet at least Level I for the SOC code in your work location, and many Drupal roles land at Level II or III.
Ask whether the employer uses premium processing
USCIS premium processing reduces adjudication to 15 business days. For contract-driven Drupal projects with defined start dates, ask during negotiation whether the employer will elect premium processing on your I-129 petition.
Use the 60-day grace period strategically
If your current H-1B employment ends, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to secure a new employer's transfer petition. Don't wait until day 50 to pursue leads; a new employer needs time to file the I-129 before your grace period lapses.
H-1B Visa Drupal Developer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Drupal Developer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information systems, software engineering, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the job duties, not just the title. If the role requires a specific technical degree and your employer can document that, the specialty occupation threshold is met. Generic roles accepting any bachelor's degree regardless of field carry more RFE risk.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for Drupal Developer roles?
Browse Migrate Mate, which surfaces employer H-1B LCA filing history by occupation code so you can see which companies have sponsored developer roles in the past. Employers with a track record of filing for CMS and web development positions are far more likely to sponsor new candidates without requiring extensive internal approval processes.
What SOC code do employers typically use when filing an H-1B for a Drupal Developer?
Most employers file under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers) or 15-1299 (Web and Digital Interface Designers), depending on how the role's duties are weighted. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage your employer must certify on the Labor Condition Application. You can cross-reference the O*NET occupation profile for each code to see which better matches your actual job duties before the LCA is filed.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I'm already working as a Drupal Developer?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a non-frivolous I-129 transfer petition, provided you're maintaining valid H-1B status. You don't need to wait for USCIS approval before your start date. Confirm the new employer's LCA covers the same or a substantially similar Drupal Developer role to avoid complications at adjudication.
Does working as a freelance or contract Drupal Developer affect H-1B eligibility?
H-1B status requires an employer-employee relationship, which means a single sponsoring employer must control your work, set your hours, and supervise your output. Short-term contracting through a staffing agency is permissible if the agency is the H-1B petitioner and places you at client sites, but self-employment or independent contracting without a sponsoring employer does not qualify. Staffing-agency placements are common in Drupal development but require the agency to file, not the end client.