Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, great ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Apple has an exciting opportunity for a passionate Web Accessibility Engineer in our IS&T team. You will have validated experience in web technologies (such as HTML, JavaScript and CSS) as well as having strong knowledge in accessibility. You consider accessibility a basic human right and you want to work somewhere where people feel the same way. The role will involve working with many teams at a time on a variety of exciting projects and will require you to ensure the best output from each team!
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Description
Are you a self starter, capable to adapt and adhere to internal guidelines and processes, and work under tight deadlines with teams spread around the globe? Apple's IS&T Accessibility Center of Excellence is a group created with the purpose of promoting and supporting accessibility across Apple and offering consultancy services to project teams. The team is looking for a highly motivated and passionate individual, who is able to act as an accessibility expert as well as a product owner for internal tools. You will need to audit new and existing internal and external solutions, work with teams throughout the entire lifecycle of a project on new features and solutions, liaise and co-ordinate with various functions, and represent the team positively and effectively at all times. You will be a pragmatic and trustworthy individual, able to promote the best results whilst also nurturing positive relationships with all those you work with. Previous industry experience with an emphasis on accessibility would be an advantage.
Minimum Qualifications
- 2 years of professional experience as a software engineer
- 2 years of knowledge and practical experience with web technologies including HTML, CSS and JavaScript
- 2 years of experience of implementing accessibility testing methodologies
- 2 years working with WCAG 2.x guidelines and WAI-ARIA
- 2 years experience writing accessible code solutions using web technologies
- 2 years of experience in testing with assistive technologies (including screen readers such as VoiceOver, JAWS and NVDA)
- Bachelor's Degree in an engineering-related field or equivalent 4 years of work experience
Preferred Qualifications
- 5 years of practical experience with web technologies including HTML, CSS and JavaScript
- 5 years of practical experience with web technologies including HTML, CSS and JavaScript
- 5 years of experience in native app testing methodologies
- Aptitude for independently learning new technologies
- Demonstrable experience in building strong working relationships with others
- Ability to work on multiple projects and manage a dynamic working environment
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $143,100 and $214,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
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