Accessibility Expert
Wix
Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District,ISRAEL
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We're looking for an Accessibility Expert to join our team at Wix, dedicated to advancing accessibility initiatives across our platform. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that our products are inclusive and accessible to all users, regardless of their abilities. You will:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate accessibility best practices into our product development processes
Conduct audits and assessments to evaluate the accessibility of Wix products, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions
Work closely with designers and engineers to ensure that new features and updates meet high standards of inclusivity
Stay informed about changes in accessibility standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring that Wix products remain compliant and up-to-date
Gather feedback from users with disabilities and incorporate their input into product enhancements and improvements
Advocate for accessibility initiatives internally, promoting awareness and driving positive change
Collaborate with team members to create a supportive and collaborative environment, working together to ensure the success of Wix's accessibility efforts
Qualifications:
2+ years of hands-on experience in accessibility-related roles, demonstrating expertise in evaluating, implementing, or advocating for accessibility solutions
Strong knowledge of accessibility best practices, guidelines and regulation
Proficiency in HTML and familiarity with web standards
In-depth understanding of how screen readers and assistive technologies interact with web content
Experience in establishing robust quality guidelines and standards for accessibility-focused content
You’re a collaborative team player with a proactive approach, always eager to learn and tackle new challenges head-on
Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts related to accessibility to cross-functional teams
You have a proven track record of driving initiatives and championing topics within teams and organizations
About The Team
Our team plays a crucial role in integrating accessibility across Wix’s platform. We are not just focused on compliance but are passionate about making a real difference in how people interact with technology.
As a horizontal team in Wix we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. We're a close-knit group that supports each other and the rest of the company and regularly shares knowledge and advice.
About Wix:
Wix makes it possible for anyone to succeed online.
Since 2006, we've grown to 5,000 employees in 17 countries, launched over 40 products, and serve over 230 million users and their visitors worldwide.
At Wix, we push you to innovate, evolve in non-traditional ways, and grow outside your comfort zone. We operate in small teams that work closely together to create incredible things.
Although we're already industry leaders in web creation and business, our work is nowhere near done. Our goal is to become the main engine of the Internet so we can create a more open web for all.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Wix was built around the idea that everyone has the right to be successful, online. This same vision defines us as an employer: creating a work environment where everyone is welcome, and anyone has the right to succeed.