Job Description

At MetaPhase, we believe Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be! We take the work we do very seriously and do a lot of important mission‑focused work for our clients. We are individuals with different passions and strengths who take as much joy in the work we do as from those we work with. Today, we have a team that is invested in creating new solutions that lean forward, challenge the status quo, but also reflect our intimate knowledge of our customers’ business. Over the years we have fostered a culture in which we are united by shared values—passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness—and these come alive in the work we do and how we do it.

Together, we know our people are our difference—for our clients and our colleagues.

Are you ready to:

• Work alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people to offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients?
• Learn and grow by taking advantage of every opportunity available to you?
• Be the difference and make it happen?

MetaPhase is seeking an experienced Drupal Developer to join a federal IT modernization team responsible for enhancing and maintaining a mission‑critical public‑facing website. This role involves both front‑end and back‑end development, working on a variety of tasks including site maintenance, enhancements, and integrating other agency applications and databases. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering a top‑tier digital experience while ensuring compliance with government security standards.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Participate in development tasks across both front‑end and back‑end of Drupal websites, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience.
• Transform user requirements, visual mockups, and web design specifications into fully functional, dynamic web solutions.
• Utilize HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other core web technologies to build and maintain responsive, feature‑rich web applications.
• Customize and extend Drupal with custom modules to enhance website functionality and integrate with external systems.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, integrating various agency applications and databases.
• Implement and maintain analytics tools, ensuring data‑driven insights and continuous website improvement.
• Ensure strict adherence to web accessibility, 508 compliance, and security best practices for inclusive and secure digital experiences.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers.

What We Need From You (Required):

• 4+ years of experience in web development, with significant expertise in Drupal front‑end and back‑end development.
• Expertise in developing and deploying custom Drupal modules to enhance site functionality and integrations.
• Solid understanding of front‑end technologies, including HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, CSS/SCSS/SASS, React, Vue.JS, SQL, and PHP.
• Proficient in working with Drupal templating engines like Twig and Twig Tweak.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, including CircleCI, Jenkins, BitBucket, and Buildkite tools.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using programming languages like Python and PHP to customize and integrate websites based on the technology stack.
• Strong knowledge of web accessibility standards, 508 compliance, and security best practices.
• Experience working with version control systems like Git, Bitbucket, and Azure Repositories.
• Prior experience with user‑centric design for web applications.
• Prior experience with API design and development.
• Prior experience with data visualization and display.
• Prior experience with developing data dissemination platforms, preferably for statistical agencies.
• Possess exceptional communication abilities and strong problem‑solving acumen, enabling effective collaboration, clear articulation of technical concepts, and swift resolution of complex challenges.

Bonus Points (Desired):

• Direct experience using the United States Web Design System (USWDS).
• Familiarity with front‑end component libraries like Storybook or PatternLab, using atomic design principles.
• Experience managing deployments through AWS, Azure, or Rancher.

Work Setup & Travel:

• Hybrid - Based in Washington, DC. Occasional travel may be required.

Clearance & Education:

• Must be able to obtain Public Trust
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, IT Management, or related field

Benefits & Perks:

At MetaPhase, we care about your well‑being and success. Our benefits include generous PTO, federal holidays, parental leave, and comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability). We also offer a 401(k) with company match, FSA/HSA options, commuter benefits, and much more.

About MetaPhase

MetaPhase is different with a purpose - demonstrating a new approach to the industry that puts employees and culture first! We continue to be recognized by industry as one of the fastest growing and most impactful consultancies in the nation, and are aggressively hiring to grow our team:

Best Places to Work

• Washington Post Top Workplaces – 2022, 2023
• Washington's Business Journal’s Best Places to Work – 2021, 2022
• Virginia Businesses Best Place to Work – 2021, 2022, 2023
• Northern Virginia Technology Council Top 100 Technology Firms – 2020

MetaPhase is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other factors protected by federal, state, or local law.

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