Accessibility Engineer (WCAG 2.0)

Our mission at Talkspace is to lower the barriers to mental healthcare. A critical piece to ensuring that everyone has access to therapy is to consistently improve our platform to make it inclusive to a diverse range of needs.

Talkspace is looking for a talented and technical Accessibility Engineer that specializes in Web Content Accessibility. Come join our mission of getting therapy in the hands of everyone!


Please note: This is a contract position and does not require technical leadership or experience managing other engineers.


What You'll Do

Collaborate across technical pods to ensure our mobile and web applications meet WCAG 2.0 accessibility standards.
Work to fulfill our ongoing queue for accessibility requests.
Conduct audits and assessments of our digital products to identify accessibility barriers and recommend solutions.
Implement and maintain accessibility best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
Collaborate with designers and developers to translate designs into accessible web pages.
Test and validate the accessibility of our applications across multiple platforms and assistive technologies.
Stay up to date with the latest accessibility guidelines, standards, and industry trends.
Assist in educating and raising awareness among the development team about web content accessibility.


About You

Strong understanding of web accessibility principles, guidelines, and best practices, particularly WCAG 2.0.
Possess a WCAG 2.0 certification or relevant accessibility certifications.
Experience in web development, including HTML5, CSS3, React and JavaScript.
Knowledge of assistive technologies such as screen readers, magnifiers, and alternative input devices.
Familiarity with accessibility evaluation tools and techniques.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
Passionate about creating inclusive and accessible digital experiences.


Bonus Skills

Experience with ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) roles and attributes.
Knowledge of WAI-ARIA (Web Accessibility Initiative - Accessible Rich Internet Applications) specifications.
Familiarity with accessibility testing tools like aXe, Wave, or JAWS Inspect.
Understanding of mobile app accessibility guidelines (iOS and Android).
Experience with accessibility audits and remediation in telehealth or mental health platforms.


Our Technology Stack

NodeJS, ReactJS, JavaScript/TypeScript, AW


Please note that while familiarity with these technologies is a plus, we value your overall experience in web development and your ability to adapt to different tools and frameworks.

If you are passionate about creating inclusive digital experiences and want to contribute to making mental healthcare accessible, we'd love to hear from you.

Compensation

At Talkspace, we believe that pay transparency during the interview process is a critical part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. The hourly rate is based on internal and external compensation benchmarks, which we regularly evaluate to ensure we pay competitively.

The hourly range for this role is between $75.00 and $100.00. Within the hourly rate, leveling corresponds to each candidate's relevant experience, skills as assessed during the interview process, education, and applicable certifications.


Why Talkspace?

Talkspace is the most comprehensive and convenient way to take care of your mental health and wellness, focused on providing quality mental health services on your own terms.

Our signature psychotherapy and psychiatry product connects individual users with a network of thousands of licensed mental health providers through an easy-to-use and HIPAA-compliant web and mobile platform. With Talkspace, users can connect their dedicated provider via live video, text, or phone.

Backed by over 10 years of industry-leading research and clinically proven results, our accessible care model continues to make huge strides in lowering the barriers to quality mental healthcare services nationwide. Talkspace is the top insurance-covered therapy service with over 112 million Americans covered and a leader within the Corporate Wellness Space, with more than 200 employer partnerships across several industries.

Our focus to help people feel better starts at Talkspace, where we connect and collaborate as a team to make the world a better place. Do you want to save the world? Come join us!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Talkspace welcomes and celebrates talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and walks of life to foster an innovative and diverse workforce. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every qualification, if you believe you could make a great addition to this team. Come as you are and learn about the exciting opportunities on our team.

Individuals seeking employment at Talkspace are considered without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

How do we define Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Talkspace?

Diversity

Diversity encompasses the unique attributes of our employees as individuals. We value and embrace the richness arising from their varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, which include, but are not limited to, age, ability, ethnicity, gender, race, and cultural background.

Equity

Equity refers to a fair and impartial workplace, aiming to ensure equal growth and advancement opportunities for all employees. This involves amplifying underrepresented voices, addressing unconscious biases, and providing inclusive, culturally competent mental health care.

Inclusion

Inclusion signifies the practice of granting equal access to opportunities and resources for all employees, particularly those who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized. It ensures that everyone feels a sense of belonging, value, support, and respect as an individual.

Belonging

Belonging reflects the affinity and positive relationships that develop among employees from diverse backgrounds when businesses actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
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