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To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts.Job Category Software EngineeringJob DetailsAbout SalesforceWe\xe2\x80\x99re Salesforce, the Customer Company, inspiring the future of business with AI+ Data +CRM. Leading with our core values, we help companies across every industry blaze new trails and connect with customers in a whole new way. And, we empower you to be a Trailblazer, too \xe2\x80\x94 driving your performance and career growth, charting new paths, and improving the state of the world. If you believe in business as the greatest platform for change and in companies doing well and doing good \xe2\x80\x93 you\xe2\x80\x99ve come to the right place.About SalesforceWe\xe2\x80\x99re Salesforce, the Customer Company, inspiring the future of business with AI+ Data +CRM. Leading with our core values, we help companies across every industry blaze new trails and connect with customers in a whole new way. And, we empower you to be a Trailblazer, too \xe2\x80\x94 driving your performance and career growth, charting new paths, and improving the state of the world. If you believe in business as the greatest platform for change and in companies doing well and doing good\xe2\x80\x93 you\xe2\x80\x99ve come to the right place.Role DescriptionEmphasizing Global Accessibility: Inclusivity drives ethical web app development. Non-compliant sites risk exclusion from a $1.2 trillion market. WCAG 2.1\'s prominence in global accessibility lawsuits, mandated by European and U.S. governments and advocated in APAC, reflects its importance.As part of the WCAG Warriors team, we spearhead web component development, ensuring WCAG compliance at the platform level. Serving as the WCAG lead, we steer web component initiatives to meet accessibility standards and tackle emerging WCAG issues. We advocate for AI integration, leveraging AI to streamline accessibility issue detection, triage, and resolution, adapting to evolving accessibility needs.Your ImpactAs a member of the WCAG Warriors team, your contributions will advance the Lightning platform. Collaborating with the User Experience team and internal developers, you\'ll ensure WCAG compliance and advocate for AI integration to streamline accessibility issue resolution.Responsibilities extend beyond component development to include spec reviews for new and existing components, ensuring consistent practices in Accessibility. Reviewing changes to components within and outside the team ensures quality and alignment with standards. Encouraging teams to leverage Base Components reduces platform liability. The team actively participates in documentation updates.Work is primarily conducted through GitHub pull requests and peer reviews, with Inner Source pull requests managed for contributions to the Base Component library. Join the WCAG Warrior team for an opportunity to drive innovative UI technologies forwardRequired Skills:UI software development experience.Proficiency in web development technologies (JavaScript, HTML, CSS, XML, JSON).Thorough understanding of accessibility standards and guidelines.Track record in developing accessible web components.Familiarity with assistive technologiesStrong collaboration and problem-solving skills.Preferred Skills:Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScriptDeep knowledge of WCAG and ARIA.Experience in creating accessible web components.Familiarity with assistive technologies such as screen readers and voice recognition software.Hands-on experience with modern frontend frameworks like LWC, ReactJS, Angular, or Vue.js.Capability to conduct accessibility audits and implement solutions effectively.Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with design and development teams.Commitment to inclusive design principles and understanding of diverse user needs.Familiarity with accessibility testing tools and techniques for comprehensive evaluations.Knowledge of web development best practices to optimize accessibility and user experience.Dedication to continuous learning and staying updated on the latest accessibility standards and technologies.BENEFITS & PERKSComprehensive benefits package including well-being reimbursement, generous parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility benefits, and more!World-class enablement and on-demand training withExposure to executive thought leaders and regular 1:1 coaching with leadershipVolunteer opportunities and participation in our 1:1:1 model for giving back to the communityFor more details, visitAccommodationsIf you require assistance due to a disability applying for open positions please submit a request via this .Posting StatementAt Salesforce we believe that the business of business is to improve the state of our world. Each of us has a responsibility to drive Equality in our communities and workplaces. We are committed to creating a workforce that reflects society through inclusive programs and initiatives such as equal pay, employee resource groups, inclusive benefits, and more. Learn more about Equality at and explore our company benefits at .is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. will not pay any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with .\xef\xbb\xbfSalesforce welcomes all.

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