Software Developer

This is a remote position.

About the Role:

My client is in search of a Senior Software Engineer with a strong focus on web accessibility to lead our efforts in ensuring our public websites adhere to WCAG 2.1 guidelines. In this role you will be driving initiatives to remediate accessibility issues and mentoring midlevel engineers to develop and maintain accessible digital experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and guide the remediation of accessibility issues on our public websites.
Mentor and guide midlevel engineers in best practices for web accessibility.
Update frontend codebases including JSP HTML CSS and STRUTS to ensure WCAG compliance.
Collaborate with crossfunctional teams in an Agile workflow.
Identify and diagnose accessibility issues recommending solutions to ensure optimal user experiences for all users.
Manage and track accessibility tasks and projects using tools like JIRA.

Requirements:

7 years of experience in Software Engineering.
5 years of handson experience in web accessibility remediation.
Profound knowledge of WCAG 2.1 guidelines and accessibility best practices.
Strong skills in Java/Spring JSP HTML CSS STRUTS. Familiarity with Angular and Bootstrap is a plus.
Experience working with JBOSS servers.
Familiarity with web accessibility testing tools.
Strong experience with issue and project tracking tools preferably JIRA.
Knowledge and experience in Agile methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

Leadership experience with a proven track record of mentoring junior and midlevel engineers.
Certification in Web Accessibility (e.g. CPACC WAS or equivalent).
Experience or familiarity with Angular and Bootstrap.
Proactive solutionoriented approach to problemsolving.