Accessibility Specialist (A11Y) – Design Systems
Core
Establish and advance accessibility practices for an Enterprise Design System, embedding inclusive standards into UI components and patterns to enable accessible digital experiences at scale.
Role type
Senior Accessibility Specialist (Design Systems)
Builds
Accessible UI components, patterns, and documentation for an enterprise design system
Domain
Financial services / Digital Accessibility / Design Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
WCAG-aligned accessibility principles, front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), accessible UX content writing, screen reader testing (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver), automated testing tools (aXe, WAVE), design system architecture, inclusive language practices
Preferred skills
CPACC or WAS Certification, financial services experience, modern design tools (Figma), component-based front-end ecosystems (React, Angular, Lit)
Technologies
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Figma, React, Angular, Lit, JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, aXe, WAVE
Responsibilities
Define and evolve accessibility standards for system components and patterns; Provide early accessibility guidance on net-new components during design exploration; Conduct accessibility reviews and audits of design system assets; Establish standards for accessible system-level content and inclusive language; Enable teams through documentation, guidance, and consultation on accessible system patterns
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
