Accessibility Specialist

About the Role

We are seeking an Accessibility Specialist to help ensure our digital products are usable by everyone, including people with disabilities. In this role, you will work closely with product, design, and engineering teams to identify accessibility gaps, recommend solutions, and support inclusive design and development practices.

You will serve as an advocate for accessibility across the organization—helping to educate, test, and document best practices that align with standards such as WCAG 2.2, Section 508, and ADA Title II/III (as applicable).

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct accessibility audits and testing of web and mobile applications using both manual techniques and automated tools (e.g., axe, WAVE, Lighthouse).
• Collaborate with designers and developers to identify barriers and propose inclusive solutions.
• Support remediation efforts by providing clear guidance and accessible code examples.
• Document accessibility requirements in design system components, UX patterns, and product specifications.
• Partner with QA to integrate accessibility testing into CI/CD pipelines.
• Contribute to accessibility statements, VPATs/ACRs, and compliance documentation.
• Facilitate training and workshops to raise accessibility awareness across teams.
• Stay up to date on emerging accessibility standards, tools, and assistive technologies.

Qualifications

Required:

• 2+ years of experience in digital accessibility, UX design, or front-end development with accessibility focus.
• Strong knowledge of WCAG 2.1/2.2 guidelines, ARIA practices, and screen reader support.
• Hands-on experience with accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack).
• Ability to translate accessibility requirements into practical design and engineering guidance.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred:

• IAAP CPACC, WAS, or CPWA certification.
• Experience with accessible design systems or component libraries.
• Familiarity with international accessibility regulations (EN 301 549, EAA).
• Experience writing VPAT/ACR documentation.
• Background in inclusive design, human-computer interaction, or disability studies.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape inclusive digital experiences that impact [your audience / industry].
• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment.
• Professional development support, including accessibility certifications and training.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.