Were looking for an Accessibility Specialist to join our team, dedicated to advancing accessibility initiatives across our platform. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that our products are inclusive and accessible to all users, regardless of their abilities. In this role, you will:
Lead accessibility projects and initiatives of varying scope, from individual features to large-scale, cross-company efforts
Develop and deliver training, workshops, and educational content that make accessibility knowledge accessible and impactful for all employees
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers and engineers, to integrate accessibility best practices into our product development processes and ensure new features and updates meet high standards of inclusivity
Conduct audits and assessments to evaluate the accessibility of our products, identifying areas for improvement and implementing practical solutions
Stay informed about changes in accessibility standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring that our products remain compliant and up-to-date
Gather feedback from users with disabilities and incorporate their input into product enhancements and improvements
Advocate for accessibility initiatives internally, promoting awareness, driving positive change, and fostering a culture of inclusivity across the company
Collaborate with team members to create a supportive environment and ensure the success and continuous improvement of our accessibility efforts.
Lead accessibility projects and initiatives of varying scope, from individual features to large-scale, cross-company efforts
Develop and deliver training, workshops, and educational content that make accessibility knowledge accessible and impactful for all employees
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers and engineers, to integrate accessibility best practices into our product development processes and ensure new features and updates meet high standards of inclusivity
Conduct audits and assessments to evaluate the accessibility of our products, identifying areas for improvement and implementing practical solutions
Stay informed about changes in accessibility standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring that our products remain compliant and up-to-date
Gather feedback from users with disabilities and incorporate their input into product enhancements and improvements
Advocate for accessibility initiatives internally, promoting awareness, driving positive change, and fostering a culture of inclusivity across the company
Collaborate with team members to create a supportive environment and ensure the success and continuous improvement of our accessibility efforts.
Requirements:
Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience in accessibility-related roles, demonstrating expertise in evaluating, implementing, or advocating for accessibility solutions.
Proven track record of driving initiatives and championing topics within teams and organizations, with the ability to manage projects from conception to completion.
Strong knowledge of accessibility best practices, guidelines, and regulation, with experience in establishing robust quality guidelines and standards for accessibility-focused content.
Strong communication skills with experience in public speaking, teaching, or facilitating workshops for diverse audiences, and the ability to effectively communicate technical accessibility concepts to cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in HTML and familiarity with web standards.
In-depth understanding of how screen readers and assistive technologies interact with web content.
A collaborative team player with a proactive approach, always eager to learn and tackle new challenges head-on.
Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of quality and attention to detail in accessibility work.
Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience in accessibility-related roles, demonstrating expertise in evaluating, implementing, or advocating for accessibility solutions.
Proven track record of driving initiatives and championing topics within teams and organizations, with the ability to manage projects from conception to completion.
Strong knowledge of accessibility best practices, guidelines, and regulation, with experience in establishing robust quality guidelines and standards for accessibility-focused content.
Strong communication skills with experience in public speaking, teaching, or facilitating workshops for diverse audiences, and the ability to effectively communicate technical accessibility concepts to cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in HTML and familiarity with web standards.
In-depth understanding of how screen readers and assistive technologies interact with web content.
A collaborative team player with a proactive approach, always eager to learn and tackle new challenges head-on.
Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of quality and attention to detail in accessibility work.
This position is open to all candidates.
