Lead Drupal Developer
About this role
Position: Lead Drupal Developer
Location: Remote
Terms: Full Time
Clearance: Public Trust Required
Travel: 0-10%
RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY.
We’re a mission-driven IT services company and systems integrator supporting digital transformation and modernization for Federal government agencies. Since 2009, we’ve partnered with our customers to solve complex challenges through smart, practical innovation to deliver real outcomes where they matter most. Our teams are made up of industry-leading experts who are passionate about doing great work and making a difference. We don’t just develop solutions—we support efforts that strengthen communities and serve the public good.
RIVA’s culture is built on four core values: Results, Innovation, Values, and Accountability. They guide how we work, how we collaborate, and how we measure success. Our employee-first approach is rooted in trust, ownership, and meaningful work. By investing in our people and fostering a flexible, supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills, contribute ideas, and make an impact from day one—all while supporting missions that matter.
Program Overview
Supports Federal web modernization initiatives by leading Drupal architecture, development, integrations, security, and platform optimization.
Position Overview
Provides technical leadership for Drupal 9/10+ development, custom modules, theming, DevSecOps, performance optimization, accessibility, and secure Federal web platform delivery.
Core Responsibilities
- Lead Drupal architecture and platform implementation.
- Oversee custom modules, theming, APIs, and integrations.
- Establish coding standards and development best practices.
- Manage Composer and Configuration Management workflows.
- Optimize performance with Redis, Varnish, and caching.
- Support CI/CD, Git, automated testing, and DevOps.
- Ensure WCAG, Section 508, USWDS, FISMA, and FedRAMP compliance.
- Maintain Drupal security patching and configuration hardening.
- Mentor developers and support Agile delivery.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- Extensive Drupal 9/10+ experience.
- Strong PHP, Twig, HTML, CSS, JavaScript skills.
- Drupal APIs, Composer, CMI expertise.
- Experience with CI/CD, Git, DevOps, Redis, Varnish, and Agile.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Federal Drupal modernization experience.
- Acquia or cloud-hosted Drupal experience.
- Acquia Drupal certification.
- Experience leading technical teams.
Salary
$140,000
RIVA Benefits
- Paid Time Off / Sick Leave
- Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Life Insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
- HSA/FSA Spending Accounts
- Long- and Short-term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- Wellness Program Initiatives
- RIVA Flex (Flexible Hours and Hybrid Work Support)
- Additional Perks & Workplace Benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
RIVA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please email [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
Company at a glance
RIVA Solutions, Inc. (RIVA) is a new kind of government contractor providing Digital Transformation to the public sector. We specialize in DevSecOps, Cloud, Data and Analytics, and Cybersecurity for the Federal Civilian, DOD, National Security, and Federal Health markets.
At RIVA, we are managers, technologists, and scientists, providing solutions through our people.
We are committed to growing with our employees by investing in training and career development to grow their management and technology skillsets, helping us mentor the workforce of tomorrow.
Our Innovation Solutions Center (ISC) brings subject matter experts together to recommend new technologies or business processes to produce greater efficiency, cost savings and innovation.
It’s through this approach that we’ve earned recognition as one of the Washington Business Journal (WBJ) 75 Fastest Growing Companies in Greater Washington, been named as one of NVTC’s Top 100 Tech Companies, and are #44 in the DC Metropolitan area on the Inc. 5000 List.
What We Do
Achieve results through innovation, values, and accountability. That's RIVA. Powering solutions for better government.
Our Mission
To solve complex problems with creative solutions in a world of new technologies.
Our Vision
To implement enterprise solutions for agency transformation, meeting the goals of every mission we serve.
Top Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Leave
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
- HSA/FSA Spending Accounts
- Long-term Disability
- Short-term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- Wellness Program Initiatives
- Flexible Hours
- Hybrid Work Support
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