Senior Accessibility Engineer

Basic Purpose:

To work collaboratively with product owners, designers, developers, management, and scrum teams to ensure fully accessible websites and digital products before they are released to the public. Has in-depth knowledge in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines. Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions. Works independently; receives minimal guidance. May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or have accountability for ongoing activities or objectives. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Responsibilities:

·        Provide accessibility expertise to teams across the enterprise

·        Develop accessible code patterns for developers to use in new products

·        Help developers fix issues in their code to create more accessible products

·        Consult teams on integrating accessibility automation into their processes with a combination of different accessibility and automation frameworks and tools

·        Interpret accessibility audits, drive improvements and change, and facilitate accessibility methodology discussions across teams, including external vendors

·        Co-lead annual and continued accessibility training for developers, designers, and testing teams

·        Provide ADA-compliant solutions, including component implementation guidance and code samples, while complying with team goals and deadlines

·        Research emerging technologies and recommend solutions that align with business goals

·        Perform other duties as assigned     

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

·        Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

·        Knowledge of accepted accessibility patterns and best practices, including an expert understanding of HTML and use of ARIA and intermediate knowledge of CSS and JavaScript

·        Expert knowledge of accessibility barriers and how people with disabilities experience digital content, as well as the tools and techniques to identify accessibility issues

·        Expert knowledge of accessibility standards and policies (e.g., WCAG 2.0 (A & AA), ARIA, ADA, Section 508, 21st Century Video and Communications Act, etc.)

·        Advanced knowledge of Git and Jenkins

·        Strong understanding of mobile and document accessibility

·        Familiarity with SAFe and CI/CD pipelines

·        Exposure to multi-platforms, and cross-browser testing and knowledgeable of trends for new browser versions, mobile devices and/or other digital applications

·        Advanced knowledge of assistive technology (e.g., screen readers, magnifiers, alternative input, etc.)

·        Ability to communicate to a wide range of project stakeholders (e.g., Executives, Managers, Designers, Developers, etc.)

·        Ability to work independently and in a team environment in a hybrid workplace

·        Ability to guide and coach colleagues and clients in one-on-one, small group, or large forum environments

·        Ability to work with a sense of urgency and attention to detail

·        Effective skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions

·        Effective research, analytical, and problem-solving skills

·        Effective skill to influence, negotiate and persuade to reach agreeable exchange and positive outcomes

·        Effective organizational, planning and time management skills

·        Ability to operate comfortably in a multi-task/multi-priority environment across project teams

·        Advanced verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Desired Qualifications and Education Requirements:

·        Experience in Internet or mobile usability/accessibility research

·        Prior experience in accessibility consulting strongly preferred

·        Knowledge of Selenium, AxeCore and Java preferred

·        Working knowledge of End Client products, services, programs, policies, and procedures

·        Candidates with an IAAP WAS or CPWA certification highly preferred

·        IAAP ADS, CPACC and/or DHS Trusted Tester v5 certifications preferred