DBDean Bowles
@deanbowles
Senior Drupal developer with 12+ years of experience
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
As a seasoned Drupal developer with over 12 years of experience, I have honed my skills in crafting innovative and high-quality web applications. My expertise lies in leveraging Drupal and WordPress, PHP, HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, Rest, Twig, YAML, JSON, and MySQL to create custom modules and manage code with GIT. I thrive in collaborative environments, pushing the boundaries of development to provide exceptional user experiences.
With a strong background in optimizing Core Web Vitals, SEO, and meeting Accessibility requirements, I am well-equipped to tackle complex projects. My experience in integrating major 3rd party APIs, developing decoupled Drupal sites, and spearheading platform migrations has earned me a reputation as a reliable and skilled developer.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a passion for staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends, including Vue JS, Scrum, Agile Methodologies, and Amazon Web Services (AWS). I am confident in my ability to bring value to any organization seeking a seasoned Drupal developer.
Experience
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Senior Drupal Developer
Improving
Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 (2 months)
Engineered custom Drupal modules using PHP and JavaScript, enhancing CMS functionality and user experience, resulting in a 20% increase in site engagement. Developed a decoupled Drupal site with Vue JS, optimizing front-end and back-end interaction.
Senior Drupal Developer
CTAC
Jun 2021 - Oct 2023 (2 years 4 months)
Developed a custom Drupal module for SharePoint integration, enhancing content management processes. Led the migration of Drupal platforms from versions 7 to 10, achieving a 62% reduction in load times and a 35% increase in site performance.
Web Manager, Drupal Developer
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Feb 2015 - Apr 2021 (6 years 2 months)
Collaborated with the communications team to migrate Drupal sites from Wordpress, enhancing functionality and user experience. Responsible for optimizing Core Web Vitals and ensuring accessibility compliance.
Drupal Web Developer
ioSTUDIOS
Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 (1 year)
Engineered a decoupled Drupal site using Symfony, improving responsiveness and user experience. Demonstrated advanced proficiency in PHP, HTML5, JavaScript, and MySQL for robust web application development.
Drupal & PHP Developer
Freelance
Jan 2004 - Feb 2014 (10 years 1 month)
Engineered custom Drupal modules and developed applications on a Linux environment using Apache, MySQL, and PHP. Implemented SEO and compliance strategies, significantly improving site visibility.
Quality Assurance, Data Integrity Verification
American Healthways
Jan 2003 - Jan 2004 (1 year)
Engineered database solutions using Oracle and MySQL, enhancing system reliability. Developed applications with PHP and various technologies to validate data accuracy, optimizing performance.
VP - Storage Product Manager
Bank of America
Jan 2003 - Jan 2004 (1 year)
Managed storage products and strategies, overseeing product development and implementation. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and customer satisfaction.
VP - Senior System Engineer
Bank of America
Jan 1996 - Jan 2003 (7 years)
Led system engineering initiatives, focusing on optimizing system performance and reliability. Worked on various projects to enhance infrastructure and application efficiency.
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