Billinghurst 1833
6º Floor
C1425 Ciudad
Autónoma de Buenos Aires
Argentina
Senior Accessibility Consultant Remote
Senior Accessibility Consultant Description
We are in search of a Senior Accessibility Consultant to join our team.
This individual will play a crucial role in improving user engagement and driving growth by optimizing the accessibility of our software applications. By consulting on accessible design practices and collaborating with cross-functional teams, the Accessibility Consultant will ensure user feedback is seamlessly integrated into our development processes, meeting the highest accessibility standards.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct accessibility assessment of design mockups and wireframes created by the UI/UX team
- Create and review accessibility documentation
- Offer proactive guidance for accessibility integration and support process transformations
- Provide recommendations to resolve accessibility issues
- Audit development specifications and design mockups for ADA compliance
- Oversee the accessibility testing team and carry out accessibility reviews when feasible
- Convey accessibility-related insights to clients and internal stakeholders
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in accessibility consulting, testing, specification, and requirements development
- Proficiency in HTML/CSS, along with strong understanding of accessibility-related principles
- Knowledge of WCAG (2.0, 2.1+) and Section 508 requirements
- Familiarity with CI/CD processes and accessibility integration
- Background in developing accessibility specifications, policies, guidelines, and support documentation
- Showcase of creating test cases, checklists, test scenarios, audit reports, and VPAT or customer reports
- Expertise in conducting accessibility testing and audits for desktop and mobile applications, offering remediation recommendations
- Working knowledge of assistive technologies (NVDA, JAWS, TalkBack, VoiceOver), bug tracking systems (JIRA), test tracking tools, developer resources (Chrome Dev Tools), and automated tools/code validators (Axe, Wave, validator.w3.org)
- Capability to collaborate with development teams in creating accessible functionality and alternative solutions
- Background in tackling large projects within scrum environments involving distributed teams
- Skills in coordinating, supervising, and leading testers during audits or product analysis
- Competency in estimating efforts required for accessibility testing, auditing, and analytics
- Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
- Proficiency in English (B2 level or higher)
Nice to have
- Understanding of JavaScript
- Qualifications in using DQ DevTools
- Flexibility to lead and supervise distributed testing teams
We offer
- Career plan and real growth opportunities
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- International Mobility Plan within 25 countries
- Constant training, mentoring, online corporate courses, eLearning and more
- English classes with a certified teacher
- Support for employee’s initiatives (Algorithms club, toastmasters, agile club and more)
- Enjoyable working environment (Gaming room, napping area, amenities, events, sport teams and more)
- Flexible work schedule and dress code
- Collaborate in a multicultural environment and share best practices from around the globe
- Hired directly by EPAM & 100% under payroll
- Law benefits (IMSS, INFONAVIT, 25% vacation bonus)
- Major medical expenses insurance: Life, Major medical expenses with dental & visual coverage (for the employee and direct family members)
- 13 % employee savings fund, capped to the law limit
- Grocery coupons
- 30 days December bonus
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 12 vacations days plus 4 floating days
- Official Mexican holidays, plus 5 extra holidays (Maundry Thursday and Friday, November 2nd, December 24th & 31st)
- Monthly non-taxable amount for the electricity and internet bills
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.
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