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As a UX Digital Accessibility Specialist , you will take on the responsibility for the integrity QA of our production environment and be an advocate for inclusion, equity, and accessibility. Collaborate closely with colleagues to design intuitive experiences that meet business and user needs and conform to accessibility guidance. This role will require you to ensure that all design and accessibility conformance is maintained throughout the UX organization by supporting the QA team to make sure features are implemented as intended. You will have a voice in the design process and take ownership of validating experience before and during development. The UX Digital Accessibility Specialist will help build the correct interface and user interaction as the product is designed and developed.

Responsibilities:

Accessibility Strategy & Leadership

• Define and drive the accessibility strategy for products & services
• Advocate for inclusive design principles throughout the product lifecycle.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on accessibility , staying updated on a ccessibility standards (WCAG, ARIA, Section 508) and emerging trends.
• Train team members on accessibility guidelines and user-centric design practices.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to relevant regulations

Design and Testing

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (designers, developers, product managers) to incorporate accessibility best practices into product design.
• Conduct audits of digital products to identify accessibility issues using tools like Axe, WAVE, and manual testing.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and design systems that prioritize accessibility.
• Document and communicate accessibility recommendations to stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Technical Discipline
• 3-5 years of Accessibility experience
• Proven experience in UI/UX design with a focus on accessibility.
• Examples of previous work with ability to explain your contributions
• Section 508 Certified
• Should have experience as a web accessibility specialist
• Knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1 or higher) .
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD .
• Familiarity with assistive technologies like screen readers, voice recognition software, and keyboard navigation.
• Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and ARIA landmarks (optional but preferred)
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to prioritize small one-off questions as well as large reviews and read-outs in a democratic manner.

If you find the role interesting or know someone who might be a good fit, email your resume at rajat.pandey@stellarconsulting.com to discuss the role further.

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