Lead Accessibility Consultant

We are looking for a Lead Accessibility Consultant to become a part of our team.
This role is pivotal in driving growth and enhancing user engagement by improving the accessibility of our software applications. Through advocating for accessible design practices and teaming up with diverse groups, the Accessibility Consultant will be integral in incorporating user feedback into our development workflows, making sure our products adhere strictly to top accessibility standards.
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.

• Conduct accessibility evaluations of UI/UX team's design mockups and wireframes
• Create and update accessibility documentation
• Proactively advise the team on accessibility adsorption and assist in transforming processes
• Recommend solutions to address accessibility issues
• Analyze and consult on development specifications and design mockups for ADA conformance
• Oversee the accessibility evaluation team and perform accessibility reviews when feasible
• Relay key points concerning accessibility to both clients and internal stakeholders

• 5+ years of involvement in accessibility consulting, testing, specification, and requirements formulation
• Proficiency in HTML/CSS, with an extensive understanding of accessibility elements
• Deep knowledge of WCAG (2.0, 2.1+) and Section 508 obligations
• Familiarity with CI/CD processes and accessibility incorporation
• Background in formulating accessibility specifications, policies, guidelines, and support documents
• Experience in developing test cases, checklists, test scenarios, audit reports, and VPAT or customer reports
• Working knowledge of assistive technologies (NVDA, JAWS, TalkBack, VoiceOver), bug tracking (JIRA), test tracking systems, developer tools (Chrome Dev Tools), and tools and code validators (Axe, Wave, validator.w3.org)
• Expertise in conducting accessibility audits and tests for desktop and mobile applications, offering remediation guidelines
• Capability to liaise with development teams to engineer accessible features and suggest alternative options
• Experience in Agile methodologies on extensive projects with geographically dispersed teams is valued
• Skills in managing, coordinating, and overseeing testers during audits or product evaluations
• Competency in appraising efforts necessary for accessibility testing, auditing, and analysis
• Strong analytical, communicative, and presentation capabilities
• Proficiency in English (B2 level or higher)

• Understanding of JavaScript
• Familiarity with DQ DevTools
• Capability to lead and supervise dispersed testing teams

• Connectivity Bonus (15,000 ARS are paid with a salary receipt at the end of each month as a non-wages concept)
• Medicina Prepaga (It covers the collaborator and direct family group)
• Paternity Leave (Two additional days are added to what is established by law, total of 4 days)
• Discounts card
• English Training (English lessons, twice per week)
• Training Program (Access to multiple customized training plans according to the needs of each role within the company)
• Marriage bonus (The company doubles the allowance established by law that ANSES offers)
• Referral Program (Referral bonus is paid when the referral of a collaborator joins the Company)
• External Agreements and Discounts
• Vacations: 14 calendar days a year