Accessibility Specialist / Consultant

Craftzing; Belgique; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading digital product company in Belgium is seeking an accessibility specialist to enhance their team. You will raise awareness of accessibility, develop integration roadmaps, and conduct testing to ensure compliance with standards. Candidate should have a background in UX or front-end technologies, with skills in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Join a team dedicated to making digital inclusion a priority for clients across various sectors.

Qualifications

• Background in UX, UI, or front-end development.
• Understanding challenges faced by people with disabilities online.
• Capability to conduct accessibility testing.

Responsabilités

• Raise awareness and motivate clients to improve accessibility.
• Develop a roadmap for accessibility integration.
• Conduct testing to ensure compliance with standards.
• Educate stakeholders on best practices.

Connaissances

Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript

Experience with assistive technologies

Ability to apply WCAG standards

Strong communication skills

Description du poste

We are looking for a specialist to strengthen our accessibility team. Are you passionate about digital inclusion? Do you want to help organizations build products that are easy to use by everyone, regardless of their abilities?

Craftzing creates high-quality digital products that solve both user problems and business goals. With a team of more than 90 talented experts, we're driven to create impact, both for our customers and for ourselves.

We believe we can shape tomorrow through guiding clarity and genuine collaboration. Shaping long-term vision into clear strategies and turning tangible concepts into impactful solutions, through genuine long-lasting partnerships.

About The Job

What you'll do:

• Raise awareness and motivate clients to improve the accessibility of their services.
• Develop a roadmap to integrate accessibility into an organization's workflow.
• Provide assistance to UX/UI designers and developers from concept to launch to ensure an accessible user experience.
• Conduct accessibility testing of websites and mobile apps to ensure compliance with accessibility standards.
• Document accessibility issues and suggest appropriate solutions to address them.
• Educate and train all stakeholders, from content editors to management, on accessibility best practices.

Who We're Looking For

You have a background in UX, UI, or front-end and a solid understanding of web (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) or mobile app technologies. Expertise in either domain is a must.

• You understand the challenges people with disabilities face online.
• You have experience (or are eager to learn) testing with assistive technologies like screen readers.
• You can apply and explain WCAG in the context of websites and mobile apps.
• You're a motivating speaker and bring clarity to complex matters.
• You write in clear language. Mostly Dutch and English, French is a plus.
• IAAP certification as a web accessibility specialist is a plus.

Maybe you're really into testing but don't like public speaking, or the other way around? That's okay, you don't have to tick all the boxes. We'll focus on your strengths.

Why You'll Love Us

We have a proven track record of building sustainable and accessible digital platforms for the Flemish and Federal Government, as well as leading banks, media, and telco companies in Belgium.

At Craftzing, digital inclusion and accessibility are values shared by all, from business strategists to back-end developers. As part of our team of experts, you'll have the opportunity to learn and peer with like-minded individuals that genuinely believe the web should be accessible to everyone, regardless of disability or situation.

Craftzing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes equal employment opportunities.