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Digital Accessibility Engineer Jobs in Oklahoma (NOW HIRING)

Life.Church

Senior Software Engineer

Edmond, OK · On-site

$110K - $145K/yr

Church, our Digital Product team builds technology that helps people take their next step in their ... clear, accessible, and impactful. What You'll Do * Design, build, and maintain software. * Own ...

Life.Church

Senior Software Engineer

Edmond, OK · On-site

$110K - $145K/yr

Church, our Digital Product team builds technology that helps people take their next step in their ... clear, accessible, and impactful. What You'll Do * Design, build, and maintain software. * Own ...

Life.Church

Senior Mobile Engineer

Edmond, OK · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Church, our Digital Product team builds technology that helps people take their next step in their ... clear, accessible, and impactful. What You'll Do * Design, build, and maintain software. * Own ...

Life.Church

Senior Mobile Software Engineer

Edmond, OK

$120K - $150K/yr

Church, our Digital Product team builds technology that helps people take their next step in their ... clear, accessible, and impactful. What You'll Do * Design, build, and maintain software. * Own ...

Life.Church

Senior Mobile Software Engineer

Edmond, OK · On-site

$100 - $150/hr

Church, our Digital Product team builds technology that helps people take their next step in their ... clear, accessible, and impactful. What You'll Do * Design, build, and maintain software. * Own ...

Life.Church

Senior Mobile Software Engineer

Edmond, OK · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Church, our Digital Product team builds technology that helps people take their next step in their ... clear, accessible, and impactful. What You'll Do * Design, build, and maintain software. * Own ...

Life.Church

Staff Software Engineer

Edmond, OK · On-site

Church, our Digital Product team builds technology that helps people take their next step in their ... clear, accessible, and impactful. What You'll Do * Lead design and implementation of complex ...

Life.Church

Staff Software Engineer

Edmond, OK · On-site

Church, our Digital Product team builds technology that helps people take their next step in their ... clear, accessible, and impactful. What You'll Do * Lead design and implementation of complex ...

Long Wave Inc.

Curriculum Developer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

Accessibility & standards checks. Validate courseware against Section 508 / WCAG accessibility ... Multimedia / Digital Media, or a related field -- or equivalent DoD training / QA / technical ...

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What is a digital accessibility engineer?

Digital Accessibility Engineers are professionals who ensure that websites, applications, and digital content are usable by people with disabilities. They apply guidelines such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) to evaluate, design, and remediate digital products for accessibility. Their work involves coding, testing, and collaborating with designers and developers to remove barriers for users with visual, auditory, motor, or cognitive impairments. By ensuring digital accessibility, they help organizations comply with legal standards and create inclusive experiences for all users.

How does a digital accessibility engineer typically collaborate with designers and developers to ensure accessible digital products?

Digital Accessibility Engineers work closely with both designers and developers throughout the product lifecycle. They provide guidance during the design phase to incorporate accessibility best practices, such as color contrast and keyboard navigation. During development, they review code, perform audits, and recommend solutions for accessibility issues. Frequent communication, training sessions, and hands-on support are common, ensuring the whole team is aligned on accessibility standards and requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a digital accessibility engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Digital Accessibility Engineer, you need a solid understanding of web development, accessibility standards (such as WCAG), and experience with assistive technologies, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with accessibility testing tools (like Axe, WAVE, or JAWS), HTML/CSS/JavaScript, and certifications such as CPACC or WAS are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication help you advocate for inclusive design and collaborate across teams. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure digital products are usable by everyone, meeting legal requirements and expanding access.

What is the difference between Digital Accessibility Engineer vs Web Accessibility Specialist?

AspectDigital Accessibility EngineerWeb Accessibility Specialist
CredentialsCertifications like IAAP CPACC, CP, or WAS; relevant degrees in IT, UX, or related fieldsSimilar certifications; often holds IAAP CPACC or CP; background in web development or UX
Work EnvironmentDesigns and implements accessibility features across digital products, including websites, apps, and softwareFocuses on ensuring websites and web applications meet accessibility standards
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, government agencies, and organizations committed to digital inclusionWeb development firms, digital agencies, and organizations with online platforms

While both roles focus on digital accessibility, the Digital Accessibility Engineer typically works on broader digital products, including software and apps, whereas the Web Accessibility Specialist concentrates on websites and web applications. Both roles require similar certifications and often collaborate to ensure digital content is accessible to all users.

What cities in Oklahoma are hiring for Digital Accessibility Engineer jobs?

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Digital Accessibility Specialist

GARVER LLC

Oklahoma City, OK • On-site

$65 - $95/hr

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Posted 14 days ago

Garver rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

121st of 452 rated engineering

Job description

Digital Accessibility Specialist Oklahoma City Metro, Oklahoma

Job Title: Digital Accessibility Specialist Job Description: Garver is seeking Digital Accessibility Specialist to join our Transportation Business Line Strategic Communications team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for improving digital content to align with accessibility best practices and WCAG guidelines. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a passion for creating inclusive digital environments and training team members on what that requires. This is an in-office position working from any of our 60+ offices with preference given to candidates located in our Tampa, Florida; Oklahoma; Texas; or Missouri offices.

Key Responsibilities
  • Evaluate and remediate digital content for accessibility standards, including PDFs, Word documents, PowerPoint presentations, and websites.
  • Conduct accessibility audits of digital content and provide guidance and instruction for WCAG and other accessibility guidelines.
  • Collaborate with content creators to develop best practices for creating accessible documents.
  • Prepare and present reports on the status of compliance efforts.
  • Provide training and support to staff on accessibility tools and techniques.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and updates to accessibility legislation.
  • Work with a variety of subject matter experts, including IT, legal, engineering, and communications teams, to develop accessibility strategies.
  • Coordinate tasks and manage deliverable timelines with project managers.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, IT, web design, or related fields
  • Knowledge of WCAG 2.1 or later success criteria
  • Demonstrated experience with Section 508 compliance and remediation
  • Experience remediating web pages, Microsoft Office files, PDFs, and Audio/Video files
  • Familiarity with accessibility testing and review tools (e.g., WAVE, ANDI, Adobe Acrobat)
  • Ability to identify accessibility issues and propose effective solutions
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience using screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
  • Familiarity with document authoring and remediation workflows
  • Accessibility certification (e.g., DHS Trusted Tester, IAAP CPACC/WAS)
  • Knowledge of Civil Engineering
  • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud
  • 3+ years of demonstrated experience
Application Requirements

A cover letter is required for this position. In your cover letter, please respond to one or more of the following:

  • Why are you seeking a career in digital accessibility?
  • Which WCAG success criterion do you believe makes the greatest impact in a document’s accessibility, and why?
  • Briefly describe your remediation workflow from intake to final quality assurance for a report created in Word and delivered as a PDF.
Grow With Us
  • Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere.
  • Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects.
  • By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

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