Accessibility Lead – Salt Design System

Responsibilities:

• Lead the integration of accessibility best practices into our design system, ensuring that core components and design patterns are usable by individuals with diverse abilities.
• Conduct usability evaluations and accessibility assessments to identify areas for improvement within the design system, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance accessibility.
• Collaborate with design, development, and product teams to define and implement accessible design patterns and guidelines within the design system.
• Advocate for accessibility and inclusive design principles across the organization, providing guidance and support to teams in adopting and implementing accessible design patterns.
• Stay informed about industry best practices, standards, and regulations related to accessibility, and ensure that the design system aligns with these requirements.
• Provide training and mentorship to team members on accessibility considerations and best practices, fostering a culture of accessibility awareness and expertise within the organization.

Skills:

• Proven experience in a similar role, with a strong focus on accessibility and usability evaluation within a design system or digital product environment.
• In-depth knowledge of accessibility standards and guidelines, including WCAG 2.1, ARIA, and best practices for designing accessible user interfaces.
• Experience in conducting usability evaluations, accessibility testing, and providing actionable recommendations for improving accessibility.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and advocate for accessibility considerations.
• Proficiency in using accessibility evaluation tools and assistive technologies to assess and improve the accessibility of digital products.
• Familiarity with design systems, component libraries, and the ability to translate accessibility requirements into design patterns and guidelines.

Benefits:

• 💼 Competitive salary
• 🌍 Full-time schedule

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a similar role
• In-depth knowledge of accessibility standards and guidelines
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency in using accessibility evaluation tools
• Familiarity with design systems

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible design system, and we are looking for a passionate Accessibility Lead to drive this initiative forward. If you are dedicated to championing accessibility and creating user-centric design solutions, we would love to hear from you.