Remote Web Accessibility Developer

Description

Remote Web Accessibility Developer

Join Our Mission to Build Inclusive Digital Experiences

Are you passionate about creating a more inclusive internet for all users, regardless of their physical or cognitive abilities? Do you believe that digital equality begins with accessible design and development? We’re searching for a Remote Web Accessibility Developer who will lead the charge in crafting exceptional user experiences that meet global accessibility standards while pushing innovation forward. This is your opportunity to make a measurable impact, ensuring that everyone, from screen reader users to keyboard-only navigators, can interact with digital content effortlessly and with dignity.

With an annual salary of $77,000, this fully remote role invites you to contribute to meaningful work from anywhere in the world. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams of designers, developers, product strategists, and QA testers to build inclusive, high-performing web applications. If you're passionate about accessibility and eager to become a change agent in digital inclusivity, this position was made for you.

Key Responsibilities

Build and Maintain Accessible Web Interfaces

  • Implement semantic HTML and WAI-ARIA attributes to enhance usability.
  • Follow WCAG 2.1 AA (and emerging 2.2) standards to ensure compliance.
  • Apply responsive design principles that account for screen readers, keyboard access, and touch navigation.

Conduct Accessibility Audits and Remediation

  • Regularly perform manual and automated audits using tools like Axe, WAVE, and Lighthouse.
  • Document accessibility issues and coordinate fixes across development teams.
  • Facilitate hands-on feedback sessions with real users of assistive technology to validate enhancements.

Advocate for Accessibility Across Teams

  • Collaborate with UI/UX designers to embed inclusive practices in wireframes and mockups.
  • Partner with developers to ensure accessibility is considered throughout the project lifecycle, from project kickoff to deployment.
  • Lead internal accessibility training, creating educational content, and promoting best practices.

Document and Scale Inclusive Standards

  • Develop internal documentation to standardize accessible development workflows.
  • Create reusable components and design system modules with accessibility built in.
  • Engage in collaborative review cycles with peers to ensure code quality, accessibility, and maintainability.

Work Environment and Company Culture

Flexible, Remote-First Philosophy

We are a distributed, globally connected team that values your autonomy and independence. Whether you’re logging in from a home office or co-working space, you’ll have the tools and support to succeed. We honor flexible schedules, asynchronous workflows, and meaningful work-life balance.

Empowering and Collaborative Atmosphere

Our team celebrates contributions from all backgrounds and disciplines. You’ll join a space where accessibility isn't an afterthought—it’s foundational. Our developers are active participants in the accessibility community, regularly contributing to open-source projects and accessibility research.

Mission-Focused Innovation

We build products that serve people, and we mean all people. Principles of usability, dignity, and inclusiveness guide every feature we release. As our Web Accessibility Developer, you’ll shape how future generations experience the internet.

Tools and Technologies You’ll Use

Core Technologies

  • HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+)
  • React or equivalent front-end frameworks

Accessibility Tools

  • Axe DevTools, WAVE Evaluation Tool, Lighthouse
  • Screen readers such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver

Development and Collaboration Platforms

  • Git, GitHub, Bitbucket
  • Visual Studio Code, Sublime Text
  • Slack, Zoom, Notion, Asana

Design Systems

  • Figma with accessibility annotations
  • Adobe XD with inclusive user flow modeling

Qualifications and Preferred Experience

Technical Background

  • 3+ years of experience in front-end development with a focus on accessibility
  • In-depth knowledge of WCAG 2.1/2.2, ADA, and Section 508 compliance
  • Experience using ARIA roles and landmarks to enhance UI semantics

Accessibility Testing & QA

  • Ability to manually test for contrast, focus state, and dynamic content updates
  • Familiarity with keyboard-only navigation and screen reader compatibility

Communication and Influence

  • Clear and thoughtful communicator who can translate accessibility issues into practical solutions
  • Proven ability to advocate accessibility to technical and non-technical audiences
  • Confidence working with diverse teams across time zones

Bonus Skills

  • Experience contributing to open-source accessibility libraries
  • Familiarity with Typescript and modern JS frameworks like Vue or Angular
  • Knowledge of inclusive content strategy and plain language principles

Growth and Development Opportunities

Professional Certifications

  • Support for IAAP certifications like CPACC or WAS
  • Sponsored access to Deque University or Level Access training platforms

Career Mobility

  • Opportunity to mentor junior developers in accessibility-first development
  • Lead accessibility strategy for large-scale redesigns and launches

Community and Industry Involvement

  • Speak at virtual accessibility conferences and meetups
  • Contribute to blog posts, webinars, or accessibility community initiatives

Why This Role Matters

Human-Centered Technology

This is more than a coding job—it’s a chance to redefine how technology includes, empowers, and supports users of all abilities. The digital divide is real, and you’ll be instrumental in closing it.

Purpose-Driven Impact

Every line of code you write will remove a barrier. Every audit you perform will uncover a path forward. Every collaboration you lead will plant the seeds for a more inclusive digital future.

Recognition and Respect

Your voice matters here. As a developer who prioritizes accessibility, you’ll be treated as a subject-matter expert and trusted advisor. Your contributions will be recognized, celebrated, and scaled across projects.

Ready to Build a More Inclusive Internet?

If you're inspired to build tools that make the web more welcoming and usable for everyone, we want to hear from you. Join us in creating a future where technology works for all, and where you grow into the leader you’re meant to be.

Apply today and be part of a movement to make digital inclusion the new standard.