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Esri

Accessibility Engineer I

Redlands, CA · On-site

$168K/yr

Influence accessibility testing best practices by partnering with designers, engineers, and product managers to influence accessibility considerations throughout the Software Development Lifecycle ...

Esri

Accessibility Engineer I

Redlands, CA · On-site

$70K - $121K/yr

Influence accessibility testing best practices by partnering with designers, engineers, and product managers to influence accessibility considerations throughout the Software Development Lifecycle ...

Apple

Software Engineer, Accessibility

Cupertino, CA · On-site

The Pro Accessibility Software Engineering team focuses on professional and educational use cases of Apple products to ensure that they are not only accessible but provide an exceptional experience ...

Apple

Software Engineer, Accessibility

Cupertino, CA

$129K - $225K/yr

The Pro Accessibility Software Engineering team focuses on professional and educational use cases of Apple products to ensure that they are not only accessible but provide an exceptional experience ...

Apple

Software Engineer, Accessibility

Cupertino, CA · On-site

Description We're looking for a Software Engineer who is passionate about creating accessible experiences that give every user full control of their device, regardless of physical ability. In this ...

Apple

Software Engineer, Accessibility

Cupertino, CA

$150K - $277K/yr

Description We're looking for a Software Engineer who is passionate about creating accessible experiences that give every user full control of their device, regardless of physical ability. In this ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for accessibility engineer in California is $86,077.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $96,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Accessibility Engineer ensures digital products, such as websites and applications, are usable by people with disabilities. They apply accessibility standards like WCAG, conduct audits, and collaborate with designers and developers to implement inclusive design practices. Their work involves testing assistive technologies, fixing accessibility issues, and advocating for compliance with legal and industry standards.

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To thrive as an Accessibility Engineer, you need expertise in web development standards, WCAG guidelines, and practical experience with assistive technologies, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like screen readers, accessibility auditing software, and usability testing platforms, along with certifications such as CPACC or WAS, is highly valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, collaboration, and clear communication set standout candidates apart. These skills ensure digital products are inclusive, compliant, and usable by everyone, meeting both legal requirements and organizational goals.

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Accessibility Engineer I

Esri

Redlands, CA • On-site

$168K/yr

Other

Posted 6 days ago

Esri rating

9.6

Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 242 rated software companies

Job description

Overview

Esri's Accessibility Team is a centralized, dedicated team with the goals of driving accessibility innovation in ArcGIS software and products. This team's efforts support our diverse user communities to uplift all people, emphasizing the inclusion of those with disabilities. The work that they do contributes to positive change in our company culture as well. As a member of this unique and highly collaborative team, you will advocate for accessibility strategies across ArcGIS product groups and development teams, as you inspire, reinforce, and incorporate accessibility best practices across the company. Share your passion for the intersections of advocacy, design and development, and technology and help to enrich the community of GIS accessibility champions at Esri and beyond.

Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Redlands, CA area for this position.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate product accessibility evaluations: Coordinate accessibility evaluations of ArcGIS products, emphasizing desktop software offerings such as ArcGIS Pro. Conduct manual and automated testing to identify accessibility issues, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners (such as third-party accessibility testing contractors) to deliver high-quality evaluation results. Create and maintain Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs) based on VPATs, detailing product-specific accessibility features and conformance levels.
  • Advance accessibility testing strategies: Influence accessibility testing best practices by partnering with designers, engineers, and product managers to influence accessibility considerations throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Promote and coordinate research efforts and refine testing strategies across ArcGIS products.
  • Support accessibility testing infrastructure: Coordinate the testing, monitoring, and maintenance efforts for Accessibility testing tools, systems, and environments (such as testing environments and tools for product testing, issue creation and tracking tools).
  • Coordinate accessibility resources and events: Maintain and update internal accessibility resources and materials (such as educational and training assets, tools, processes). Coordinate and conduct internal accessibility testing events (such as Holistic events).
  • Engage with our global community: Communicate to external audiences about accessibility practices at Esri by presenting at Esri events, authoring blogs and articles, and developing publicly available accessibility resources and materials.

Requirements

  • 1+ years of relevant experience
  • Familiarity with current global accessibility standards and guidelines (such as WCAG, Revised Section 508)
  • Experience with accessibility testing best practices on at least one software platform (such as web, desktop, mobile Android/iOS)
  • Experience with manual/automated accessibility evaluation using testing tools and assistive technologies such as screen readers, screen magnifiers, and automated web scanning tools
  • Experience creating or contributing to Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs) and/or working with Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPATs)
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, user experience or a related field

Recommended Qualifications

  • Familiarity with Esri ArcGIS software and/or other GIS and mapping products
  • Experience with agile software development methodologies and commercial software delivery processes
  • Confident in ability to effectively communicate accessibility requirements across various stakeholder audiences (such as developers, product managers, end users, customers)
  • Practical knowledge of web-based programming languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), and/or desktop software programming languages (C#, C, C++, Python)
  • Familiarity with GitHub for project and issue creation and tracking

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Our passion for improving quality of life through geography is at the heart of everything we do. Esri's geographic information system (GIS) technology inspires and enables governments, universities, and businesses worldwide to save money, lives, and our environment through a deeper understanding of the changing world around them.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Redlands, CA, US

Year founded

1969

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