Senior Digital Accessibility Analyst
MDAEdge · New York, NY · 3 mo ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive accessibility framework aligned with industry standards (e.g., WCAG, ADA, Section 508).
- Lead cross-functional teams to integrate accessibility best practices into website and application development processes.
- Manage accessibility projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring timely and within-budget execution.
- Conduct accessibility audits, assessments, and gap analyses to identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with design, development, and content teams to ensure accessibility compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provide guidance, training, and support to teams on accessibility standards and best practices.
- Monitor and report on accessibility compliance metrics and progress.
- Stay current with evolving accessibility regulations, standards, and emerging technologies.
- Engage with external vendors or consultants as needed to support accessibility initiatives.
Must Have
- Strong knowledge of WCAG 2.1+, ADA, Section 508, and other relevant accessibility laws and frameworks.
- Proven ability to lead and manage accessibility projects across cross-functional teams, ensuring delivery on time and within scope.
- Hands-on experience with accessibility evaluation tools such as Axe, WAVE, and Lighthouse, and familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript from an accessibility standpoint.
- Demonstrated experience conducting accessibility audits, gap assessments, and driving remediation strategies for websites and applications.
- Ability to train, guide, and collaborate with design, development, content, and QA teams to embed accessibility best practices throughout the digital product lifecycle.