Job Description

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.

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

• Improved medical coverage - EPAMers are eligible to participate in a supplementary health insurance program that shall have the usual coverage in the industry, with the Company funding 100% of the value of the monthly premium for participation
• Lunch Allowance - You will receive a daily allowance of CLP $ 7,000 per working day. Enjoy a nice meal on us
• Allowance for internet and electricity - You will receive an allowance of CLP $15,000 per month to cover internet and electricity expense
• National Holiday Bonus - We celebrate joining the Chilean Market. That is why all our employees will receive a bonus of CLP $86,646 in September
• Christmas Bonus - You will receive an End of Year bonus of CLP $170,539. It will be paid during the month of December, to ensure you have a Happy Holiday!
• 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
• 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
• 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

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