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.

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Responsibilities

• 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

• 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
• Paid Holidays - We offer paid time off during all national holidays (working and non-working) for a total of 15 days. On top of that, you will also have vacation days to enjoy quality time with your family or just rest
• 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!
• Are you open to relocation? - If you want to relocate to another country and we have the right project, we will assist you every step of the way, to help you and your family, reach your new home