JPMorgan Senior Accessibility Specialist 

India, Karnataka, Bengaluru 

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Job responsibilities

A successful candidate will be passionate about accessibility in the digital space, with a broad knowledge of accessibility barriers and the tools and techniques for overcoming them. Expert knowledge of current accessibility laws and standards is a must. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Identifying and suggesting potential solutions for accessibility barriers based on WCAG 2.1 standards and PDF/UA as well as compliance with the ADA, Section 508, the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act, and other accessibility related laws
• Recommending solutions to maintain compliance while creating accessible digital products for an excellent customer experience
• Applying accessibility knowledge to a wide range of the firm’s digital properties, including mobile applications, and digital documents
• Coaching colleagues and clients in one on one, small group, or large forum environments

Using data on accessibility issues within products to identify, report on and drive improvements to the product feature

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 5+ years of experience in driving accessibility in digital, customer facing programs or functions
• Experience with a broad range of technologies:
• PDF accessibility and other digital document standards
• Web accessibility on various platforms including Windows and MacOS
• Mobile accessibility on various platforms including Android and IOS
• Video and other digital media
• Hands on experience with Assistive Technology (e.g. screen readers, magnifiers, alternative input, etc.)
• Advanced knowledge of core web technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PDF
• Familiarity with modern web application development practices and popular JavaScript frameworks
• Familiarity with Web accessibility standards (WCAG, WAI-ARIA)
• Deep knowledge of cross-platform and browser compatibility issues
• Familiarity of next-version web technologies: HTML5 , CSS4, and ES6
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, strategic partner relationships at the Executive Level as well as supervisor level
• Able to successfully multi-task across tactical and strategic initiatives
• High degree of initiative and autonomy coupled with an ability to function successfully as part of a team (in person and virtual)
• Honed consulting, influence, and negotiation skills to achieve desired outcomes that inspire action and trust from stakeholders
• Innovative and creative thinker; able to generate new ideas; forward-thinker; thought-leader
• Written and verbal communication skills – able to present status, facts, thoughts and ideas in a clear, concise, convincing and organized manner