Job Title: Web Accessibility Developer
Location- Toronto, Canada
Must have banking client experience
Manager level with strong hands-on experience
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
Experience in WCAG remediation initiatives
Able to work onsite in downtown Toronto 3 days per week.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop accessible websites and web applications following WCAG 2.1/2.2 and accessibility best practices.
- Conduct accessibility audits using automated and manual testing methods.
- Implement semantic HTML, accessible forms, keyboard navigation, and ARIA where appropriate.
- Identify and remediate accessibility issues across web applications.
- Collaborate with UX/UI designers to ensure accessible design patterns.
- Work with QA teams to verify accessibility compliance before releases.
- Test applications using assistive technologies such as screen readers and magnifiers.
- Ensure cross-browser and cross-device accessibility.
- Stay current with accessibility standards, legal requirements, and industry best practices.
- Provide accessibility guidance and training to development teams.
- Document accessibility findings, remediation plans, and compliance reports.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive web development.
- Understanding of WCAG 2.1/2.2, WAI-ARIA, and accessibility principles.
- Experience with accessibility testing tools such as:
- Axe DevTools
- WAVE
- Lighthouse
- Accessibility Insights
- Experience testing with screen readers such as:
- NVDA
- JAWS
- VoiceOver
- Familiarity with modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue).
- Knowledge of keyboard accessibility and focus management.
- Experience using version control systems such as Git.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Accessibility certifications (e.g., IAAP CPACC, WAS, or CPWA).
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Familiarity with accessibility regulations such as ADA, Section 508, and EN 301 549.
- Experience integrating accessibility into CI/CD pipelines.
Typical Tools
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- React, Angular, Vue
- Axe DevTools
- Lighthouse
- WAVE
- Accessibility Insights
- NVDA
- JAWS
- VoiceOver
- Git
- Browser Developer Tools
Thanks & Regards
Kundan Mishra
Sr. Technical Recruiter
k.mishra@atsitinc.com
470-592-0623