Drupal UI/UX Designer and Developer

Preferred Education:
Bachelor's degree in Web Design, Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, or a related field or equivalent work experience


Preferred Qualifications:
4 6 years of experience in UI/UX design and front-end web development
3+ years of hands-on experience with Drupal 9 or higher, including theming, site building, and administration
Demonstrated expertise in WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards, including testing and remediation
Experience with Drupal content migration, taxonomy design, and configuration management
Familiarity with front-end frameworks (e.g., Bootstrap, Foundation) and JavaScript libraries (e.g., React, jQuery)
Working knowledge of RESTful APIs and web services integration
Proficiency with prototyping and design tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD, Illustrator, Photoshop)
Ability to clearly document and communicate design decisions, technical processes, and training materials
Proven track record of mentoring or training others in Drupal theming and platform management
Strong collaboration and communication skills across technical and non-technical teams


Client is seeking a skilled and versatile Drupal UI/UX Designer and Developer to join their team. This hybrid role combines user-centered design expertise with advanced Drupal development capabilities. Candidate will be responsible for designing intuitive, accessible interfaces and building responsive, high-performing digital experiences using Drupal. The ideal candidate will be proficient in WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards and have a demonstrated ability to train and mentor others in Drupal theming, site building, and administration.
Candidate work closely with agency stakeholders, IT developers, and project managers to translate ideas into functional, engaging web solutions that meet both user needs and business objectives.


Responsibilities:
Collaborate with agency stakeholders to understand project requirements, user needs, and business goals
Design and build Drupal websites with custom themes, templates, and front-end components
Lead and execute content migration strategies, including bulk content transfer, taxonomy configuration, and metadata management
Develop responsive, standards-compliant front-end code (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), aligned with design prototypes
Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to visualize and iterate on design concepts
Administer and configure Drupal site elements such as content types, views, menus, blocks, roles, and permissions
Conduct usability testing, user research, and feedback sessions to inform and validate design and content decisions
Ensure all designs and implementations comply with WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards, including support for assistive technologies
Optimize web performance and ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility
Provide hands-on training and documentation to support internal team capacity in Drupal site building, theming, and content management
Facilitate ongoing knowledge transfer and mentor team members in Drupal best practices
Stay current on UI/UX trends, Drupal advancements, accessibility guidelines, and related web technologies