Software Engineer (Drupal + WordPress)

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Why Bixal?

Bixal is a consulting company headquartered in Fairfax, VA, working alongside governments and organizations to help them deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. Using evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal empowers clients to deliver on their missions more effectively by fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Our values:

• People-First: Emphasizing the importance of people in all aspects of work.
• Collaboration and Transparency: Valuing teamwork and open communication.
• Growth Mindset: Encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.
• Creating Lasting Impact: Focusing on meaningful outcomes and positive change.

About the role

The Software Engineer (Drupal + WordPress) helps build and maintain digital platforms that power public-facing government services. In this role, you will design and develop secure, accessible, and scalable web solutions using modern content management systems and integrations. You’ll collaborate with designers, engineers, DevOps specialists, and client stakeholders in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality digital experiences aligned with federal standards. This role contributes directly to Bixal’s mission of improving how government serves people through reliable and user-centered technology.

This is a full-time position contingent on contract award by our client, with a defined performance period of one year with two one-year option periods. This role offers you a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a project that aligns with Bixal’s mission of delivering innovative, human-centered solutions. While the role has a fixed duration, we are committed to transparency and collaboration, keeping you informed about contract updates and new opportunities. At Bixal, we support your professional journey, ensuring your experience reflects our inclusive, purpose-driven culture and prepares you for future success.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $122,000 – $133,000. In the spirit of transparency, most offers tend to land near the midpoint of the range. We make compensation decisions thoughtfully, considering your experience, the skills you bring, and our commitment to internal equity. Fairness and transparency are core to how we operate.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise websites using Drupal and WordPress.
• Build custom themes, modules, plugins, and reusable components aligned with design systems such as the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS).
• Implement integrations with external systems and APIs including identity providers, analytics platforms, and data services.
• Collaborate with designers and product teams to deliver responsive, accessible front-end implementations.
• Contribute to CMS architecture decisions including content modeling, taxonomy, and reusable components.
• Ensure solutions meet accessibility, security, and performance standards and contribute to engineering best practices.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, estimation, and backlog refinement.
• Conduct code reviews, troubleshoot production issues, and improve system reliability.
• Work with DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and platform operations.
• Other relevant duties as qualified and trained to assume.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, 7+ years of professional web development experience, or equivalent practical experience (10 years without degree)
• Experience building and maintaining web applications and content management platforms, including Drupal and WordPress.
• Proficiency with PHP, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), and JavaScript.
• Experience integrating APIs and third-party systems.
• Demonstrated understanding of accessibility standards such as Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
• Familiarity with design systems such as the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) or similar component frameworks.
• Experience working in Agile teams using Git-based workflows.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.

How We Support Our Team:

• Flex hours
• 401K with matching incentive
• Parental Leave
• Medical/dental/vision benefits
• Flex Spending Account
• Company provided short-term disability and life insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid holidays

Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.