EPAM is actively seeking a talented Accessibility Consultant to boost our accessibility solutions. The ideal candidate will lead digital accessibility projects for our clients, ensuring wide-ranging inclusivity and exceptional user experiences.
We accept CVs in English only.
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Responsibilities
- Initiate consultative sales processes and devise proposals
- Deliver persuasive presentations that highlight our accessibility consulting strengths
- Lead client workshops, navigate stakeholder discussions, and handle project-specific responsibilities
- Design and implement a comprehensive accessibility strategy for clients
- Create and manage a staffing plan to fulfill accessibility goals
- Advocate for accessibility at various organizational levels, including executive leadership
- Oversee accessibility training programs for product teams
- Stay informed about current accessibility laws, guidelines, and trends
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and developers to integrate accessibility best practices
- Set up and monitor key performance indicators for accessibility and report on achievements
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- Minimum of 8 years' experience in digital accessibility
- At least 3 years in leadership roles
- Proven track record in rolling out and managing accessibility services and projects
- Expertise in building client relationships and contributing to their organizational achievements
- Confidence in engaging with senior client executives and providing strategic insights
- Proficient in managing projects from inception to successful completion
- Thorough knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG 2.1, ARIA) and legal stipulations (e.g., ADA, Section 508)
- Familiarity with assistive technologies such as screen readers and voice recognition software
- Demonstrated leadership in strategic planning and execution of accessibility roadmaps
- Ability to participate in technology and product strategy discussions
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to integrate effectively with various teams
- Customer-centric, innovative, and able to independently meet tight deadlines
- Excellent command of English with outstanding communication skills
- Experience conducting accessibility audits
- Experience performing usability testing
- Skill in providing detailed, actionable feedback to development, QA, and design teams to refine product accessibility
- Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally
- Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family
- Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses
- Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone
- Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us
- Professional Growth Opportunities - We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally
- Stock Option Purchase Plan - As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization
- Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways
- Community Benefit - You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams!
EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.