Senior Full Stack Developer – CMS & Content Engineering (Drupal)
About this role
Join the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection: Where Every Voyage is a Symphony of Luxury
Embark on an extraordinary journey with the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, an exquisite extension of the renowned Ritz-Carlton brand, dedicated to redefining ultra-luxury hospitality at sea. As a "Lady or Gentleman" of our esteemed team, you'll be entrusted with the art of delivering the impeccable "Gold Standards" that have made the Ritz-Carlton an epitome of excellence across the globe.
The Essence of Excellence: The Gold Standards
The Gold Standards are the bedrock of the Ritz-Carlton experience, setting us apart in the industry and establishing a legacy of unparalleled service. These standards embody the values and culture that define our brand, and serve as the compass guiding our every endeavor.
The Employee Promise
At The Ritz-Carlton, our Ladies & Gentlemen are the most important resource in our service commitment to each other and our guests.
By applying the principles of trust, honesty, respect, integrity, and commitment, we empower and nurture talent to the benefit of each individual and the company.
The Ritz-Carlton fosters a culture where all are valued, quality of life is enhanced, individual aspirations are fulfilled, and The Ritz-Carlton Mystique is strengthened.
Join us on a journey where every day is a testament to the highest standard of luxury and service. Apply now and be part of an unparalleled legacy in hospitality.
Position Overview
The Senior Full Stack Developer (CMS & Content Engineering) is a versatile full stack engineer with deep Drupal expertise who owns the content management layer of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's digital platforms. This individual develops and maintains Drupal-based CMS solutions that power guest-facing content across the pre-cruise, onboard, and post-cruise journey, while also contributing to broader full stack development across the platform. The role requires strong Drupal skills alongside modern front-end capabilities and the ability to work closely with marketing, content, and digital operations teams.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, configure, and maintain Drupal 9/10 implementations: custom module development, theme development, and site architecture
Own the CMS content model: define content types, taxonomies, fields, and editorial workflows in collaboration with marketing and content stakeholders
Build and maintain integrations between the Drupal CMS and other platform components (APIs, booking systems, personalization engines)
Contribute to full stack development outside of CMS work, including React/Next.js front-end and back-end API development
Manage Drupal upgrades, security patches, and module updates in line with release schedules
Design and implement headless or decoupled Drupal architectures where applicable
Collaborate with marketing and content teams to implement editorial workflows, content scheduling, and publishing tools
Optimize CMS performance: caching strategies, database query optimization, and CDN integration
Participate in code reviews and maintain documentation for CMS architecture and configuration
Required Qualifications
5+ years of professional software engineering experience
3+ years of hands-on Drupal development experience (Drupal 9 or 10 strongly preferred)
Strong PHP proficiency; solid understanding of Drupal architecture including hooks, plugins, services, and Symfony fundamentals
Experience with Drupal module development, theme development (Twig), and site building
Solid front-end skills: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and experience with React or similar frameworks
Experience with decoupled/headless CMS architectures (JSON:API or GraphQL with Drupal)
Understanding of web performance, SEO best practices, and accessibility standards
Excellent written and verbal communication in English
Preferred Qualifications:
Acquia certification or equivalent Drupal credential
Experience with Next.js consuming a headless Drupal CMS
Familiarity with digital experience platforms (DXPs) and personalization tools
Experience in hospitality, travel, cruise, or luxury digital platforms
Knowledge of multilingual content management and internationalization
Experience with marketing automation integrations: Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar
Key Competencies
CMS Ownership: Takes full responsibility for the content platform — architecture, editorial experience, and production stability
Full Stack Range: Contributes meaningfully across front-end, back-end, and CMS layers as business needs dictate
Stakeholder Partnership: Translates content team needs into well-structured, scalable CMS solutions
Platform Stewardship: Keeps Drupal current, secure, and performing without disrupting editorial workflows
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is an Equal opportunity, inclusive employer and will consider all applicants for employment with the Company on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.