Lead Accessibility Specialist at EPAM Systems Inc
Desde casa, Cauca, Colombia -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 25

Salary

200.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 25

Experience

1 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

English, Documentation, Design Tools, Stakeholder Engagement, Developers, Figma, Technical Presentations, Testing Tools, Mobile Platforms, Sketch, Communication Skills, B2, Collaboration

Industry

Information Technology/IT

Description

We are looking for an experienced Lead Accessibility Specialist to join our global team.
In this role, you will lead collaboration with designers, product managers, and developers to ensure our products meet the highest accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.2. Your strategic vision, leadership, and technical expertise will drive the integration of inclusive design and development practices across our organization, ensuring outstanding experiences for all users.
We accept CVs in English only.

REQUIREMENTS

  • 5+ years of professional experience in accessibility engineering and inclusive design
  • At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience
  • Advanced expertise in implementing and advocating for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.2) across web and mobile platforms
  • Deep understanding of accessibility testing tools, screen readers, assistive technologies, and methodologies (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, and QA workflows)
  • Proven ability to create, manage, and annotate accessible design components and frameworks for handoff to development teams
  • Strong experience in backlog prioritization, roadmap execution, and leading accessibility initiatives within Agile environments
  • Demonstrated success in driving collaboration across cross-functional teams, including designers, developers, and senior stakeholders
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to provide constructive, actionable feedback and translate technical concepts for various audiences
  • Proficiency in using advanced design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD, with accessibility assessments forming a core part
  • B2+ level of English or higher, focused on technical presentations, documentation, and stakeholder engagement
Responsibilities
  • Lead and oversee the review of ongoing product designs to ensure accessibility compliance with global standards
  • Provide strategic guidance and feedback to design and development teams on accessibility best practices
  • Set standards and establish processes for annotating final designs for a seamless handoff to the Product Team, ensuring alignment with accessibility benchmarks
  • Collaborate closely with UX Designers to define accessibility requirements that translate into scalable and actionable solutions
  • Communicate accessibility deliverables, outcomes, and expectations with clients, senior stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
  • Develop and implement accessibility strategies, roadmaps, and high-level backlogs, while ensuring integration across multiple development cycles
  • Supervise and conduct comprehensive audits and assessments for designs, prototypes, and applications, ensuring compliance with WCAG 2.2
  • Provide leadership and technical mentorship to developers, ensuring ongoing improvements to accessibility during the entire development lifecycle
  • Monitor and respond proactively to changes in global accessibility standards, leading efforts to implement evolving practices across teams
  • Act as a champion for accessibility across the organization, fostering a culture of inclusivity and knowledge-sharing within distributed teams
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