Digital Accessibility Specialist

Job Description

YuJa is seeking a passionate, highly knowledgeable Digital Accessibility Specialist to join our energetic and creative team. The ideal candidate will ensure our products and services meet ADA, Section 508, and WCAG standards, fostering inclusivity for all users. This role requires in-depth knowledge of accessibility standards and compliance regulations, with a focus on auditing and reporting.


About Us

YuJa is a leader in cloud platforms and applications for regulated sector clients including higher-ed, K12, healthcare, and government. We enable enterprises to create engaging digital media experiences. We have legal headquarters in Delaware with primary U.S. offices in Silicon Valley, California and Canadian offices in Toronto.


About the Role

Conduct comprehensive accessibility audits on websites, mobile applications, and digital content to ensure compliance with ADA, Section 508, and WCAG (2.0/2.1) standards.
Create detailed audit reports, including actionable recommendations to address accessibility barriers.
Ensure adherence to accessibility laws and regulations.
Maintain a robust understanding of emerging accessibility trends and updates to relevant standards.
Provide expert guidance on accessibility best practices to internal teams as needed.
Assess and validate fixes made to address previously identified accessibility issues.

About You

Strong expertise in accessibility standards and guidelines, including ADA, Section 508, WCAG 2.0/2.1 Level AA, and the Accessible Canada Act (ACA).
Demonstrated experience conducting accessibility testing using tools such as Axe, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, or VoiceOver.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to document findings clearly and concisely.
Knowledge of assistive technologies and how they interact with digital platforms.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Educational Requirements

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field such as Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, or Digital Accessibility, or related academic stream with up to 1-3 years of relevant experience; courses in Accessibility domain are preferred.


Why You’ll Love Working Here

YuJa is a multiple-time honoree on Forbes’ list of Best Start-Up Employers in America. We offer a competitive base salary, and comprehensive benefits and engagement opportunities.


Comprehensive Benefits:

Health, vision, and dental benefits, 100% employer-paid
Additional benefits include RRSP, gym subsidies, and more
Work-life balance including flexible work hours to create an ideal work-life balance
Paid sick days

Team Engagement:

Fun activities and celebrations, including Canada Day Trip, Saint Patrick's Day Party, Halloween Costume Contests, Holiday Dinner Party, and more
Office perks including company-provided snacks, drinks and events
Employee recognition programs, such as gift cards and “Employee of the Week” rewards
Professional growth including continuous learning opportunities and reimbursements to support personal and professional development
Hands-on experience working with senior-level business leaders

Schedule:

This is an office-based role with standard hours from Monday to Friday.



How to Apply

Please submit your resume detailing your experience with accessibility auditing and compliance standards, and academic transcripts. This position is open exclusively to candidates currently residing in Canada. If any questions, please send an email to careers@yuja.com


YuJa is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.