Job description
The Technical Web Lead will drive the strategic planning and execution of all web-related initiatives across the enterprise, with a primary focus on the Drupal platform managed by Material+. This role ensures the technical integrity, scalability, and performance of web solutions while aligning with business goals and security standards.
Health Insurance/HMO
Enjoy unlimited MadMax Coffee
Diverse learning & growth opportunities
Accessible Cloud HR platform (Sprout)
Above standard leaves
Lead the technical planning and decision-making process for Drupal-based web projects, including environment setup, deployment strategy, integration architecture, and data modeling.
Translate functional requirements into robust technical designs in collaboration with stakeholders, business analysts, and development teams.
Define and enforce Drupal best practices, architecture patterns, and technology stack choices.
Oversee the development and integration of custom modules, themes, and third-party systems.
Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project resilience.
Review and approve technical deliverables, ensuring quality and consistency across codebases and deployment pipelines.
Support DevOps and Infrastructure teams in CI/CD pipeline design, hosting architecture, and performance monitoring.
Mentor technical leads and developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence in Drupal technologies.
Business Expertise
Proven experience in leading and managing large-scale projects from initiation to closure.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective project reporting and documentation.
Deep understanding of enterprise-grade web architecture and content management systems, particularly Drupal.
Experience working within global organizations and managing offshore development teams.
Familiarity with Material+ delivery models and support structures, including SLA-based engagements and Agile methodologies.
Proven ability to align technical execution with business priorities and stakeholder expectations.
Problem Solving
Ability to proactively identify technical risks and resolve complex integration challenges.
Skilled in troubleshooting performance bottlenecks, deployment issues, and architectural misalignments.
Capable of balancing short-term delivery pressures with long-term platform sustainability.
Flexible attitude and adaptability to different cultural norms.
Willingness to travel and collaborate with teams across different regions.
Commitment to meeting project deadlines and handling urgent cases.
Strong communication and collaboration skills in English across cross-functional teams and geographies.
Ability to lead technical discussions and influence decision-making among senior stakeholders.
Empathetic mentor and coach, fostering team growth and knowledge sharing.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.