We are currently seeking a remote Senior Accessibility Specialist to join our global team at EPAM. In this critical role, you will focus on the redesign of a comprehensive suite of products, complete with an array of widgets and tools. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that new design prototypes created by the UX/UI team adhere to WCAG 2.1 AA standards, playing a pivotal role in ensuring that all design and functional elements maintain the highest levels of accessibility. Your expertise will be essential in creating inclusive digital spaces and broadening access to vital services for a varied audience.
We accept CVs in English only.

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Responsibilities

• Conduct Accessibility Assessments on design prototypes and wireframes generated by the UI/UX team
• Lead and manage the testing team during audits and evaluations to set accessibility benchmarks
• Estimate the resources needed for Accessibility Testing, Auditing, and Analytics across various projects
• Identify and rectify issues highlighted by the testing team with actionable solutions
• Collaborate with the Development Team to ensure ADA compliance in all design specifications and prototypes
• Provide timely review feedback and recommendations to maintain continuous compliance
• Offer professional advice to clients on Accessibility implementation, remediation, and related issues
• Handle client queries by analyzing needs, crafting solutions, estimating efforts, and presenting proposals
• Organize and prioritize review findings to streamline effective issue resolution
• Ensure adherence to Section 508 standards
• Document and verify that design and functional requirements are WCAG compliant
• Mentor and support the career growth of junior Accessibility Specialists

• At least 3 years of experience in Accessibility Testing and Consultancy
• In-depth knowledge of HTML/CSS, particularly in terms of accessibility and WAI-ARIA
• Proficient in applying WCAG (2.0, 2.1+) best practices and techniques, with the ability to provide impactful recommendations
• Familiar with CI/CD processes and integrating accessibility features within product development
• Experienced in conducting functional testing of web applications on desktop (Windows/macOS) and mobile platforms (Android/iOS)
• Adept with developer tools such as Chrome Dev Tools
• Knowledgeable in assistive technologies like screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, TalkBack, VoiceOver)
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Fluent in English, with a minimum B2+ level proficiency

• Certifications in WAS, CPACC, or Section 508, or completion of recognized accessibility courses
• Proficiency in JavaScript
• Experience in managing scrum environments in large-scale projects with multiple distributed 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
• 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!