Accessibility Specialist (a11y) – Design Systems

Mnbankandtrust

Buffalo, New York, United States of America
Base: $74,600.00 - $124,400.00 annual usd; bonus/e...
Onsite
Wcag-aligned accessibility principles
Html css and javascript knowledge
Enterprise design system experience
M&T Bank is seeking a Senior Accessibility Specialist to enhance accessibility practices within their Enterprise Design System team. The role focuses on defining standards, advocating for inclusive design, and collaborating across teams to ensure accessible digital experiences

Job Summary

  • This role serves as the primary accessibility owner for M&T's Enterprise Design System, defining standards to ensure inclusive digital experiences at scale.
  • The specialist will embed accessibility considerations into the design and development lifecycle of UI components, providing early guidance on keyboard navigation and screen reader behavior.
  • Success in this position requires translating complex accessibility standards into practical guidance for designers and engineers while fostering deep partnerships across cross-functional teams.

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M&T Bank is seeking a Senior Accessibility Specialist to enhance accessibility practices within their Enterprise Design System team. The role focuses on defining standards, advocating for inclusive design, and collaborating across teams to ensure accessible digital experiences.

Salary

Base: $74,600.00 - $124,400.00 Annual USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • WCAG-aligned accessibility principles
  • HTML CSS and JavaScript knowledge
  • Enterprise design system experience
  • Screen reader testing proficiency
  • Inclusive content writing standards

Nice-to-have

  • CPACC or WAS certification preferred
  • Financial services industry background
  • React Angular or Lit framework familiarity
  • Figma component library collaboration
  • Enterprise governance team partnership

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with 3+ years experience
  • Demonstrated WCAG alignment experience
  • CPACC or WAS certification preferred
  • Experience with native iOS and Android
  • Strong written communication skills

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