This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Accessibility Specialist based in the United States.
This role offers the opportunity to shape more inclusive digital experiences by advancing accessibility across websites, products, and digital platforms. As a Senior Accessibility Specialist, you will serve as a technical leader, helping teams design and deliver experiences that meet accessibility standards and provide equitable access for all users. You will lead complex accessibility assessments, provide strategic guidance, and collaborate with designers, developers, and stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle. The position combines technical expertise, mentorship, consulting, and continuous improvement within a mission-driven environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about inclusive design, accessibility innovation, and creating meaningful digital experiences. This remote opportunity allows you to make a measurable impact while helping organizations improve accessibility practices and standards.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Accessibility Specialist based in the United States.
This role offers the opportunity to shape more inclusive digital experiences by advancing accessibility across websites, products, and digital platforms. As a Senior Accessibility Specialist, you will serve as a technical leader, helping teams design and deliver experiences that meet accessibility standards and provide equitable access for all users. You will lead complex accessibility assessments, provide strategic guidance, and collaborate with designers, developers, and stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle. The position combines technical expertise, mentorship, consulting, and continuous improvement within a mission-driven environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about inclusive design, accessibility innovation, and creating meaningful digital experiences. This remote opportunity allows you to make a measurable impact while helping organizations improve accessibility practices and standards.
Accountabilities:
- Lead complex accessibility audits and assessments across websites, digital products, and user experiences using automated and manual testing methods.
- Evaluate digital experiences against WCAG 2.2 standards and applicable accessibility requirements, identifying barriers and recommending effective remediation strategies.
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and quality oversight to Accessibility Specialists and contract resources.
- Support the development and implementation of accessibility strategies, standards, policies, documentation, and best practices.
- Collaborate with design, development, content, product, and client teams to integrate accessibility throughout the full digital lifecycle.
- Conduct accessibility testing using automated tools, manual evaluation techniques, keyboard navigation, assistive technologies, and screen readers.
- Perform HTML and CSS accessibility improvements when appropriate and provide implementation guidance to development teams.
- Review wireframes, prototypes, designs, and development deliverables, providing accessibility recommendations and annotations within design systems and tools.
- Communicate accessibility findings, remediation recommendations, project updates, and best practices to internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.
- Support accessibility training, onboarding, and awareness initiatives to promote inclusive digital practices.
- Partner with clients and external stakeholders to address accessibility requirements and improve conformance outcomes.
- Stay current with accessibility regulations, technologies, and industry trends to strengthen organizational capabilities.
- Contribute to the creation of accessibility resources, templates, tools, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- 4–7+ years of experience in digital accessibility, UX, front-end development, quality assurance, or related fields.
- Strong knowledge of WCAG 2.2 standards, accessibility principles, and digital inclusion best practices.
- Experience performing accessibility testing through automated tools and manual testing methodologies.
- Familiarity with accessibility testing platforms such as Siteimprove, Deque, UsableNet, or similar solutions.
- Experience with assistive technologies, including screen readers, keyboard navigation testing, and accessibility evaluation techniques.
- Strong proficiency in HTML and CSS, with working knowledge of JavaScript preferred.
- Experience implementing accessibility remediations and reviewing websites, digital products, user interfaces, and documents for compliance.
- Familiarity with Figma and accessibility annotation practices is preferred.
- Experience mentoring team members, supervising contractors, or providing technical leadership is a plus.
- Experience working with cross-functional design and development teams, preferably within digital products, consulting, or agency environments.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
- Accessibility certifications such as CPACC, WAS, or CPWA are preferred.
- Ability to communicate complex accessibility concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Competitive annual salary range of approximately $80,000–$90,000.
- Fully remote work opportunity within the United States.
- Opportunity to influence accessibility practices and create more inclusive digital experiences.
- Collaborative environment focused on innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
- Professional development opportunities within a mission-driven organization.
- Opportunity to work with cross-functional teams and support impactful client initiatives.
- Culture centered around empowerment, accessibility, and meaningful community impact.
The Senior Accessibility Specialist will act as a subject matter expert responsible for advancing accessibility initiatives, supporting cross-functional teams, and ensuring digital experiences align with accessibility standards and best practices. This role requires strong technical knowledge, leadership capabilities, and the ability to translate accessibility requirements into practical solutions.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate is an experienced accessibility professional with strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a passion for creating inclusive digital experiences. You should be comfortable leading complex accessibility initiatives while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.