Software Engineer (iOS/macOS Accessibility SME)
Apple
Hyderabad, Telangana, India,IN
As a native Accessibility SME on the team, this role requires: Experience of technical accessibility and accessibility standards to deliver remediation efforts leveraging technical methodologies for accessibility testing. Performing accessibility evaluations of iOS and/or macOS applications, document findings and provide actionable recommendations. Reviewing and advising on design, code and content for accessibility partnering with product, design and engineering teams. Working with cross functional teams throughout the entire lifecycle of the project and represent the team positively and effectively all the times. Contribute to developing and delivery of accessibility training, tooling and standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Proven experience building and maintaining accessible native applications on iOS and/or macOS using Swift, Objective-C, or C.
• Solid understanding of WCAG 2.x guidelines and WAI-ARIA principles.
• Experience of implementing accessibility testing methodologies.
• Strong first-hand experience in testing with assistive technologies (including screen readers such as VoiceOver, JAWS and NVDA).
• Ability to design and implement accessible native code solutions.
• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering-related field or equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering in the field of iOS and/or macOS accessibility.
• Aptitude for independently learning new technologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrable experience in building strong working relationships with others.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and manage a dynamic working environment.