Drupal Developer, International Websites - IES Abroad

Status: Full-time, exempt
Schedule:M-F, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., 37.5 hours per week including occasional evening and weekend work and/or travel based on business needs/position requirements. Note: This is an exempt position and there may be a need to work outside of core hours based on the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
Reports to: Lead Web Developer
Direct reports: None
Start date: ASAP
Location: While SAF and IES Abroad are headquartered in Chicago, the Drupal Developer, will work out of their home office or work out of IES Abroad headquarters in Chicago, as required.

About us:

Everything we do is about the IES Abroad student. Our profoundly passionate team of study abroad professionals believes in creating once-in-a-lifetime educational adventures that transcend expectations. Our goal is to rock the world of some 9,500 study abroad students every year.

From our headquarters in Chicago to our 400+ study abroad programs in 85 global locations worldwide, we create authentic global education and life-affirming cultural experiences. We work at IES Abroad because we believe that every student should have the opportunity to go abroad - especially in a fun, safe, and superior academic and cultural environment.

We believe so strongly in the power of our program, that we actively recruit students from diverse populations and provide more than $5 million in scholarships year after year. We are proud that our students are as diverse and exciting as the countries we study.

We're not ashamed to admit, we're a little bit obsessed with study abroad.

When you join IES Abroad, you are a part of a diverse community of global leaders who know that our differences in skills and backgrounds are just as important as our shared passions and mission. Our work to educate students to become global leaders is grounded in our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We are a global organization made up of colleagues with a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for all employees, surrounded by a mix of talented professionals. You'll want to come to work and, more importantly, want to stay and advance our mission together.

Summary of position:

The Drupal Developer, International Websites plays a pivotal role within the Global Marketing Team, focusing on the design, development, and ongoing maintenance of the Study Abroad Foundation's (SAF) public websites, including studyabroadfoundation.org and its regional counterparts. Reporting directly to the Product Owner, International Websites, this role is critical in executing the digital strategy and technical roadmap laid out by the Product Owner.

As a technical expert, the Drupal Developer, International Websites will engage in all stages of the software development lifecycle for Drupal-based systems. This includes architectural planning, detailed design, coding, testing, and integration with both third-party services and IES Abroad's proprietary systems. The role demands a robust understanding of cloud-hosted Drupal ecosystems and the ability to apply various methodologies to ensure their optimal performance and security.

The nature of the work requires the Drupal Developer to adeptly manage concurrent projects, demonstrating flexibility and the capacity to prioritize tasks effectively, sometimes on a daily basis. Collaboration is key; the Developer will work closely with other technical teams and the Product Owner to align development efforts with broader organizational goals.

Key to success in this role is a deep knowledge of Drupal, a strong background in web development and systems integration, and the ability to align technical solutions with the needs of both internal stakeholders and end users. The ideal candidate will be a proactive team player, eager to learn, and willing to share knowledge and mentor peers within the development team.

Essential job responsibilities & duties:

Development and Technical Execution:

• Contribute high-quality code to the Drupal website codebase, ensuring adherence to best practices and project requirements.
• Participate in a multi-developer workflow, assuming roles such as analyst, developer, or tester as needed.
• Provide detailed technical specifications and contribute to the creation and maintenance of documentation.
• Engage in peer review processes for design and code, both as a reviewer and a contributor.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work under the guidance of the Product Owner, International, aligning web functionality with the strategic goals of the Global Marketing Team.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders and end-users, ensuring clarity and understanding of web-related activities.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with in-house developers and external development partner agencies.
• Participate in routine communication with teams servicing the US and China markets.

Project Management and Support:

• Respond to critical site events outside of regular business hours as required.
• Review, understand, and help document detailed functional and technical requirements for SAF's public websites.
• Provide task estimates and suggest approaches before initiating work.
• Proactively identify opportunities for technological enhancements and innovations.

Quality Assurance and Governance:

• Ensure all code is peer-reviewed by other in-house Drupal Developers or our external development partner to maintain high standards.
• Identify requirement gaps from governance and IT perspectives, addressing potential issues proactively.
• Accurately document all completed work and participate in the development of documentation standards.

Professional Development and Team Integration:

• Join in-house developers servicing the US market in routine development meetings and communication channels alongside our development partner agency.
• Actively seek out and participate in opportunities for professional growth and knowledge sharing within the development team

Portfolio and Drupal Engagement:

• A solid portfolio showcasing a range of Drupal and web development projects.
• Active participation in the Drupal community will be considered favorably.

Core Competencies and Personal Attributes:

• Demonstrated ability to meet established deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to coordinate work across teams, departments, and with vendors.
• Proven ability to multitask, switch contexts, and stay organized in a dynamic environment.
• Capable of working independently and maintaining productivity when remote.
• Excellent relationship-building skills, with a capacity to accept and utilize constructive criticism.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, promoting diversity, and contributing to an organizational culture of equity and anti-racism.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset.
• High level of self-motivation, integrity, and strong interpersonal communication abilities.
• A self-starter with a quick learning curve for new technologies and systems.

Experience & Qualifications/Skills:

• 2-4+ years of hands-on experience with Drupal 7-9, with a strong understanding of its core principles and structure.
• 2-4+ years of experience in supporting and maintaining web applications.
• Proficiency in PHP, MySQL, JSON, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, JQuery
• Experience in working with RESTful web services.
• Experience with Docker
• Experience with multilingual websites
• A thorough understanding of web standards, cross-browser development, and responsive design.
• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git, and knowledge of build scripting and deployment workflows.
• Ability to demonstrate values and promotion of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism required.
• Comfortable operating within Linux/Unix environments.

Education Licenses and/or Certifications etc.:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in computer-related major or equivalent experience

How to Apply:

All applicants should submit an application including cover letter, resume, and salary requirements by clicking 'Apply Now' at the side of this page.

Please visit www.IESabroad.org/jobs for more information about working at IES Abroad. If you require an accommodation with the application process, please email IESAbroad-Careers@iesabroad.org.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

IES Abroad is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We strive to treat people with respect; fully utilizing employee's abilities and promoting workforce diversity.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and do not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, citizenship, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable laws.