Overview

Consulting firm in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a permanent Drupal Front-End Developer with 6+ years of experience to join our web team. The ideal candidate will have experience in turning responsive design concepts into a working theme, diagnosing and fixing code issues, adding functionality, theme building, and building user interfaces for websites and/or web applications. Responsibilities include Drupal theme development, working closely with designers and back-end developers, enhancing functionality, participation in UI/UX decisions, enhancing Drupal functionality, and contributing to the overall development and enhancement of products.

 

Requirements
General Requirements:

  • Minimum BS/BA degree
  • 6+ years on the job experience
  • Ability to work as part of a project team as well as independently
  • Must be self-disciplined with effective time management abilities, and able to work in a fast- paced, multi-task environment with shifting priorities
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • U.S. Citizenship and fluent in English

Technical Requirements:

  • 6+ years of Drupal experience, front-end development, and theming
  • The ability to build and modify Drupal entities and modules
  • Must have strong skills in HTML5, Sass, JavaScript, and CSS
  • Must have experience working with PHP, Twig, Symfony, Composer, JavaScript, and jQuery
  • Must be able to write JavaScript with and without the use of frameworks such as jQuery, React, Vue.js
  • Must have experience and be comfortable with debugging tools like Chrome inspector, Firebug, etc.
  • Must have ability to understand CSS changes to have consistent style across platforms and browsers
  • Must have ability to convert comprehensive layout and wireframes into working, compliant HTML5
  • Code management with GitHub or similar repository
  • Strong communication skills which include the ability to convey concepts in an easy-to-understand manner, both verbally and written; active listening skills to gather key information from internal and external partners
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work in a high-paced environment, multi-task (prioritize and manage), and work both independently and as a team (team-building skills including courtesy, professionalism, and a “do whatever it takes attitude”)
  • Other experience considered a plus:
  • Familiarity with U.S. Web Design Systems standards (USWDS)
  • Section 508 compliance experience
  • Experience designing with Figma
  • Demonstrated experience designing and developing responsive design websites
  • Drupal migration experience

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter.

SCG is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

About The Scientific Consulting Group, Inc.

SCG is a small, women-owned company established in 1991 that specializes in communicating scientific information to improve the quality of our lives and the environment in which we live. We adhere to seemingly simple principles—we listen to our clients’ needs, develop creative approaches to meet those needs, and implement our strategies cost effectively with unsurpassed passion and dedication to excellence.