Senior Accessibility Engineer – Technology Solutions

Job Description

About the University of Illinois ChicagoUIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges.

By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U. S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities.

UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits.

This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position SummaryThe Senior Accessibility Engineer supports the development, deployment, and maintenance of digital systems, with a focus on web architecture, accessibility compliance, and automated infrastructure. This position plays a key role in building and maintaining accessible, secure, and scalable web applications and ensuring technical reliability across multiple platforms and environments.

Duties & ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain web applications using JavaScript, TypeScript, PHP, React, and WordPress. Implement and automate accessibility testing. Conduct cross-platform and assistive technology testing to ensure performance and accessibility.

Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required:Bachelor Degree within Computer Science or closely related field of studyMinimum 5 years of professional IT experience within IT Development which includes demonstrated experience in developing and/or modifying new and existing applications, including requirement analysis, design, code, test, debug, implementation and maintenance.

Demonstrated experience with manual and automated Accessibility Testing (WAVE, Axe-Core, Editorially)Demonstrated proficiency with JavaScript/TypeScript, PHP, HTML5/SCSS, and ReactPreferred Qualifications:Familiarity with accessibility testing tools. Strong technical troubleshooting and debugging skills. Experience with open-source web accessibility platforms.

Familiarity with AI-powered tools and workflows. Contributions to accessibility-related projects and initiatives. Solid understanding of accessibility standards, guidelines, and best practices, including WCAG, ADA, and Section 508To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held.

Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes.

In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.

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