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August 24, 2023

Urgent Hiring: Accessibility Lead in Newark, NJ (No remote) Hybrid

Dear Partner,

Hope you are doing well!



Role: Accessibility Lead 

Location: Newark, NJ (No remote) Hybrid


Job Description:

 

·        Overall 12+ years of hands-on experience in Web Accessibility.

 

Technical and analytical Skills

 

·        6+ years of work experience as a SME under web accessibility guidelines (WCAG 2.1, ARIA), requirements, and assistive technology.

·        Conducted in-depth WCAG 2.1 compliance audits via manual reviews and using automated test tools and assistive technologies.

·        Demonstrated ability to analyze and develop standards / guidelines to code for WCAG and ARIA guidelines.

·        Solid knowledge of HTML 5, CSS3, ARIA, JavaScript, as well as W3C WCAG 2.1 standards. 

·        Experience with screen readers and other accessibility testing tools. NDVA, JAWS, color contrast checkers.

·        Developed/Updated and maintained WCAG 2.1 compliance processes and VPAT documentation based on industry and government best practices and standards.

·        Performed accessibility analysis on wireframes or mock-ups to identify potential accessibility violations. 

·        Prepared detailed reports documenting identified violations with suggested solutions, including code examples, based on existing designs.

·        Conducted Accessibility Audits on PDF files and has experience in remediating the issues found in PDF files independently.

·        Identifying and suggesting potential solutions for accessibility barriers based on the W3C WCAG 2.1 standards and other accessibility related laws.

·        Work with software development and QA teams to ensure WCAG 2.1 compliance.

·        Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with diverse project teams and across functional areas.

·        Ability to communicate/present clearly and persuasively. 

Regards,


Sayed Naqvi

VBeyond Corporation

IT Recruiter| US Operations

E: syedn@VBeyond.com | www.vbeyond.com

390 Amwell Road, Suite # 107, Hillsborough, NJ 08844