Accessibility SME

"We are seeking a passionate and experienced **Accessibility SME** to lead and champion accessibility initiatives across our digital products. This role is critical in ensuring our platforms are inclusive, compliant, and usable for all individuals, including those with disabilities. This is a HYBRID role working 2-3 days in the office. Preferred locations are Lafayette LA and Detroit MI.

**Job Overview:**

As a Senior Accessibility Specialist in the Digital Accessibility team, you will evaluate digital products to ensure they meet accessibility standards such as WCAG 2.1 and WCAG 2.2. You will collaborate with developers and designers to provide actionable feedback and help create a more inclusive experience for all users.

## Responsibilities

- Define and implement accessibility testing strategies, frameworks, and processes across projects.
- Conduct comprehensive accessibility testing on digital products using assistive technologies and tools.
- Identify accessibility barriers and provide remediations including remediation under the DOJ 2024 ruling.
- Establish scalable accessibility practices that align with business goals and user needs.
- Ensure adherence to WCAG 2.1, WCAG 2.2,  A, AA, AAA, Section 508, ADA, and other relevant accessibility standards.
- Monitor and interpret and advocate evolving accessibility laws and guidelines.
- Partner with stakeholders to embed accessibility best practices early in the design and development lifecycle.
- Provide actionable feedback on wireframes, prototypes, and code to mitigate accessibility risks.
- Assess and integrate accessibility tools for assistive technologies such as axe, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, and others into testing workflows.
- Recommend toolsets that enhance both manual and automated testing capabilities.
- Educate QA teams and stakeholders on accessibility testing methodologies.
- Develop training materials, standardized templates for audit violations and actionable remediations.
- Lead workshops to foster accessibility awareness and skills.
- Conduct comprehensive accessibility audits of digital products.
- Deliver detailed remediation guidance and track resolution progress.

## Qualifications

- 10+ years of relevant accessibility testing knowledge in digital programs.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Proven experience in accessibility testing and compliance.
- Deep understanding of WCAG, ADA, Section 508, and assistive technologies.
- Expert knowledge of accessibility standards including WCAG 2.1 & WCAG 2.2.
- Excellent knowledge of accessibility tools and testing frameworks.
- Strong knowledge of mobile accessibility on Android and iOS.
- Detailed accessibility knowledge in technologies like Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.
- Hands-on knowledge of assistive technology (e.g., screen readers, magnifiers).
- Experience in defect management tools like  JIRA, qTest, Zephyr, or other test management tools.
- Technical knowledge including WAI-ARIA, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript.
- Excellent communication, critical thinking, stakeholder management skills and problem-solving skills.

**Preferred Skills:**

- IAAP certification (e.g., CPACC, WAS)
- Experience with inclusive design principles
- Knowledge of mobile accessibility standards
- Knowledge of VPAT / ACR documents.
- Ability to leverage industry knowledge to discern future trends.
- Ability to discern accessibility issues from wireframes and code.

Perficient full-time employees receive complete and competitive benefits. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, generous work/life opportunities and an outstanding benefits package that includes paid time off plus holidays. In addition, all colleagues are eligible for a number of rewards and recognition programs including billable bonus opportunities. Encouraging a healthy work/life balance and providing our colleagues great benefits are just part of what makes Perficient a great place to work.

**WHO WE ARE**

Perficient is a leading global digital consultancy. We imagine, create, engineer, and run digital transformation solutions that help our clients exceed customers’ expectations, outpace competition, and grow their business. With unparalleled strategy, creative, and technology capabilities, our colleagues bring big thinking and innovative ideas, along with a practical approach to help our clients – the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands succeed.

**WHAT WE BELIEVE**

At Perficient, we promise to challenge, champion, and celebrate our people. You will experience a unique and collaborative culture that values every voice. Join our team, and you’ll become part of something truly special.

We believe in developing a workforce that is as diverse and inclusive as the clients we work with. We’re committed to actively listening, learning, and acting to further advance our organization, our communities, and our future leaders… and we’re not done yet.

The salary range for this position takes into consideration a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, level of experience, applicable office location, training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The new hire salary range displays the minimum and maximum salary targets for this position across all US locations, and the range has not been adjusted for any specific state differentials. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the unique facts and circumstances regarding each candidate. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range base for this position is $78,000-$100,000. Please note that the salary range posted reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits or any potential equity or variable bonus programs. Information regarding the benefits available for this position are in our [benefits overview](https://www.perficient.com/-/media/files/benefits-overview-career-site.pdf).

Perficient, Inc. proudly provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Perficient, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Perficient, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or covered veterans. Improper interference with the ability of Perficient, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Disability Accommodations:

Perficient is committed to providing a barrier-free employment process with reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.

_**Disclaimer:**  The above statements are not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a guide to the essential functions performed by the employee assigned to this classification.  Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time._

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## About Us

Perficient is always looking for the best and brightest talent and we need you! We’re a quickly growing, global digital consulting leader, and we’re transforming the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands. You’ll work with the latest technologies, expand your skills, experience work-life balance, and become a part of our global community of talented, diverse, and knowledgeable colleagues."