Product Designer (Accessibility-Focused)

Were looking for a Product Designer who specialises in accessibility design to help us build digital products that are truly inclusive and usable by everyone. Youll join a small but mighty team of product thinkers engineers and researchers who are deeply committed to creating experiences that prioritise accessibility and make a meaningful difference for all users.

What youll be doing:

• Lead accessibility-centred design across product areas from early discovery through prototype delivery and iteration.

• Conduct accessibility audits and usability testing with diverse user groups including people who use assistive technologies.

• Design with WCAG 2.1 AA (or higher) compliance as a baseline ensuring products meet or exceed recognised accessibility standards.

• Create wireframes flows prototypes and polished visuals that prioritise accessible interactions and inclusive design patterns.

• Work side-by-side with engineers to ensure implementations maintain accessibility standards and are properly coded with semantic HTML ARIA where appropriate and reliable keyboard navigation.

• Build and maintain accessibility guidance within our design system to ensure consistency across products.

• Collaborate with product and data colleagues to define and track accessibility metrics and iterate on inclusive design practices.

• Advocate for accessibility and inclusive design in all product decisions and act as a champion for users with diverse abilities.

What youll bring:

• A strong portfolio demonstrating WCAG-compliant design work concrete examples of accessible design solutions are essential.

• Proven experience designing digital products with accessibility at the forefront (startup agency or product team).

• Deep knowledge of WCAG 2.1 guidelines (Level AA minimum) and practical experience applying them in product design.

• Experience conducting accessibility testing with screen readers (NVDA VoiceOver JAWS) keyboard-only navigation and other assistive technologies.

• Expertise in designing for diverse user needs including visual auditory motor and cognitive differences.

• Strong understanding of accessible colour contrast typography focus indicators and interaction patterns.

• Familiarity with accessibility testing tools (Axe WAVE Lighthouse) and how to interpret and act on their results.

• Confidence with design tools such as Figma Sketch or Adobe XD including accessibility plugins and features.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to educate and influence cross-functional teams about accessibility best practice.

Bonus points

• IAAP certification (CPACC WAS or CPWA) or similar accessibility credentials.

• Experience working directly with users who rely on assistive technologies.

• Knowledge of international accessibility standards beyond WCAG (Section 508 EN 301 549 ADA).

• Background in inclusive design research methodologies.

• 3 years specifically focused on accessibility design though demonstrated expertise matters most.

Whats in it for you:

• Competitive salary and a benefits package that supports your wellbeing.

• Flexible working and genuine respect for worklife balance.

• A culture where accessibility isnt an afterthought its core to how we design and build.

• Opportunities for professional development in accessibility and inclusive design.

• The chance to shape products that make a real difference in peoples lives and set industry standards for accessibility.

How to apply:

Send your CV and a link to your portfolio. Your portfolio must include:

• At least 2 case studies demonstrating WCAGcompliant design solutions

• Examples of accessibility audits or remediation work

• Clear documentation of how you addressed specific accessibility challenges

If this sounds exciting but you dont meet every single requirement please still apply. We believe great designers come from diverse backgrounds if youre passionate about accessibility and committed to inclusive design we want to hear from you.

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Our Screening Process (Transparency Disclaimer)

We believe in radical transparency in our hiring process. To help you prepare the best possible application we want you to know exactly what were looking for.

Our ATS uses AI-assisted screening to evaluate applications against these 5 key criteria:

1. WCAG audit examples Your portfolio should demonstrate concrete examples of accessibility audits youve conducted

2. WCAG 2.1 AA knowledge Evidence of deep understanding and application of WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards

3. Experience with assistive technologies Proven hands-on experience testing with screen readers (JAWS NVDA VoiceOver) and other assistive tools

4. Portfolio includes 2 WCAG case studies At least two detailed case studies showing your accessibility design work and problem-solving process

5. Design system accessibility guidance Experience creating or contributing to accessibility guidelines within design systems

Applications that clearly demonstrate these five areas will progress to the next stage. If your portfolio doesnt explicitly showcase these elements please include a cover letter highlighting where we can find this information in your work or experience.

Interview Assessment Criteria:

If you progress past the initial screening heres what well be evaluating during the interview process (with weightings):

High Priority Skills (13% each):

Accessibility Best Practices (WCAG) Depth of your knowledge and practical application

Accessibility Case Study Documentation How you document and communicate your accessibility work

Assistive Technology Testing Your hands-on experience with screen readers keyboard navigation and other assistive tools

Design System Maintenance Experience building and maintaining accessibility guidelines within design systems

Advocate for Inclusive Design Your ability to champion accessibility and influence product decisions

Attention to Detail in Accessibility Challenges How you identify and address nuanced accessibility issues

Effective Accessibility Communication Your ability to educate and collaborate with cross-functional teams on accessibility topics

Medium Priority (8%):

Curiosity and Willingness to Learn Your openness to new accessibility techniques and continuous improvement

Our interview process is structured around these specific competencies and well be looking for concrete examples from your experience that demonstrate each of these skills.