Digital Accessibility Web Developer

GSK Solutions

Posted 2mo ago

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Apply accessibility fixes to front-end code and markup issues
Correct accessibility issues such as color contrast problems, missing alt text, improper heading structure, keyboard navigation barriers, link role issues, and incorrect ARIA roles/attributes
Modify and restructure HTML, CSS, and ARIA markup to comply with WCAG 2.1 AA standards
Work within CMS platforms (Sitecore, Salesforce, WordPress) to correct accessibility issues
Modify CMS templates, content types, and presentation layers for accessibility compliance
Implement accessible UI components and patterns across CMS-driven sites
Collaborate with accessibility testers to review audit findings and apply code fixes
Participate in Agile development sprints and respond to prioritized accessibility remediation tickets
Use JIRA or similar defect tracking tools to manage and document remediation tasks
Collaborate with designers, content strategists, QA testers, and project managers
Provide accessibility guidance to content teams remediating documents, forms, and embedded media
Share accessibility remediation patterns and best practices with development teams
Support teams with questions related to technical implementation of WCAG 2.1 AA standards

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
Minimum 4+ years of experience remediating digital accessibility issues in websites and applications
Strong hands-on experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and ARIA markup
Experience working with CMS platforms such as Sitecore, Salesforce, or WordPress
Experience implementing accessibility solutions for WCAG 2.1 AA compliance
Strong understanding of HTML DOM structure and semantic HTML
Experience interpreting results from accessibility testing tools including Axe, ANDI, NVDA, JAWS
Experience troubleshooting accessibility issues such as keyboard traps, focus management, form labeling, and responsive accessibility issues
Experience working with JavaScript frameworks and UI component libraries
Familiarity with AWS services, Biznet applications, or enterprise backend platforms
Experience working with backend APIs and CMS template structures
Experience working in Agile development environments
Ability to manage remediation tasks using JIRA or similar ticketing systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Advanced HTML (7–9 Years)
Advanced CSS (7–9 Years)
Advanced JavaScript (7–9 Years)
Advanced HTML DOM (7–9 Years)
Proficient ASP.NET (4–6 Years)
Proficient SQL (4–6 Years)
Proficient User Experience (UX) Design (4–6 Years)
Advanced Communication Skills (Written & Verbal) (7–9 Years)
Proficient Process Flow Analysis (4–6 Years)
Proficient Team Collaboration (4–6 Years)

Experience with Sitecore MVC or SXA customization
Experience with custom CMS themes, templates, and components
Familiarity with accessibility remediation tools
Experience remediating PDF, Word, or PowerPoint documents
Familiarity with CI/CD accessibility integration such as axe-core pipelines
Experience using design handoff tools such as Figma or Adobe XD for accessibility validation
IAAP WAS (Web Accessibility Specialist) certification
IAAP CPACC certification
DHS Trusted Tester Certification
Deque University Developer Track Certificate
Salesforce Accessibility Champion Certification

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