Lead Accessibility Engineer

Role Summary

Lead Accessibility Engineer to develop and operationalize accessibility across Appian's low‑code platform, ensuring products are inclusive and usable by people with disabilities.

• Lead the implementation of Appian’s Accessibility Operations Strategy, transitioning accessibility from a manual process to a standardized, documented requirement for platform changes.
• Develop and execute an accessibility automation roadmap using AI‑driven validations, automated static analysis, and regression protection.
• Provide direction to accessibility contractors and junior engineers, ensuring alignment with delivery and support teams.
• Partner with Product, UX, QE, Developers, Customer Success, and Support to provide accessibility guidance, tools, and procedures.
• Establish SLAs/SLOs for accessibility resolution and manage repeatable VPAT updates through internal processes and third‑party audits.
• Act as the accessibility subject‑matter expert for customer audits, legal inquiries, and accessibility‑related customer conversations.
• Drive cross‑functional awareness of evolving global accessibility legislation and best practices.
• Build relationships with customers to understand accessibility needs, resolve issues, and provide guidance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, HCI, Web Design/Development, or related field (preferred).
• Proven accessibility engineering experience with strong knowledge of WCAG, Section
  508, ADA, and related standards.
• Hands‑on experience with accessibility testing tools, techniques, and assistive technologies such as screen readers, speech recognition, screen magnifiers, and alternative input devices.
• Practical knowledge of no‑code or low‑code platforms and accessibility implications.
• Experience with automated accessibility testing tools and frameworks.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non‑technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to lead accessibility initiatives across cross‑functional teams.
• Accessibility certifications preferred.

Base salary range: $150,000–$275,000 per year, plus discretionary bonus and benefits.

401(k) plan with company match, flexible time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, health savings account contributions, employee referral bonus, learning and development resources, and potential equity awards.

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