Digital Accessibility Specialist

YuJa Inc.•Toronto, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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, and represent us in all webinar and conference initiatives. This role requires in-depth knowledge of accessibility standards and compliance regulations, with a focus on auditing and reporting. YuJa, Inc. is a leading provider of cloud-based digital compliance and accessibility solutions for regulated sectors worldwide. Serving clients in higher education, K-12, government, and healthcare, YuJa enables organizations to meet evolving regulatory demands while delivering engaging, secure, and accessible digital experiences. Our platforms such as Lumina (video), Panorama (LMS accessibility), EqualGround (governance), and Verity (proctoring) are rigorously tested for compliance, audited, and secured. For over a decade, YuJa has been dedicated to building not only innovative digital compliance and accessibility solutions, but also a workplace where our people can thrive. We invest in our employees by fostering career growth, continuous learning, and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, inclusivity, and belonging, where every team member’s contributions are valued and their voices are heard. Just as we help institutions and organizations worldwide achieve their goals, we are equally committed to supporting the success of our people and making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Meet the YuJa family here and see what makes YuJa special! Conduct comprehensive accessibility audits on websites, web applications, desktop applications, mobile applications, and digital content to ensure compliance with ADA, Section 508, and WCAG (2.0/2.1) standards. Create detailed audit reports (Example - VPAT), 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. Present on-camera during webinars and in-person during live events, answer attendee questions, and produce accessibility related content for on-demand recordings for the company website.

Requirements

Strong expertise in accessibility standards and guidelines, including ADA, Section 508, WCAG 2.0/2.1 Level AA, and the Accessible Canada Act (ACA).
Experience in HTML and making HTML accessible through use of ARIA attributes.
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.

Nice To Haves

Prior marketing or sales experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive accessibility audits on websites, web applications, desktop applications, mobile applications, and digital content to ensure compliance with ADA, Section 508, and WCAG (2.0/2.1) standards.
Create detailed audit reports (Example - VPAT), 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.
Present on-camera during webinars and in-person during live events, answer attendee questions, and produce accessibility related content for on-demand recordings for the company website.