[NFBP-Talk] Fwd: [tech-vi Announce List] Employment Opportunity: Accessibility Design Consultant: Lenovo: Remote

[Jan Lattuca]

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: David Goldfield <david.goldfield at outlook.com>
Date: Tue, 21 Dec 2021 15:56:53 +0000
Subject: [tech-vi Announce List] Employment Opportunity: Accessibility
Design Consultant: Lenovo: Remote
To: "tech-vi at groups.io" <tech-vi at groups.io>

>From the Tech-VI list owner:
A LinkedIn account may be required in order to view and apply for this position.

Original Source<https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search/?alertAction=viewjobs&currentJobId=2846875126&f_TPR=a1640011762-&savedSearchId=1723726762>


Why Work at Lenovo

Here at Lenovo, we believe in smarter technology for all, so we spend
our time building a society that's brighter and more inclusive. And we
go big. No, not big-huge.

We're a US$60 billion revenue Fortune Global 500 company serving
customers in 180 markets around the world. Focused on a bold vision to
deliver smarter technology for all, we are developing world-changing
technologies that power (through devices and infrastructure) and
empower (through solutions, services and software) millions of
customers every day and together create a more inclusive, trustworthy
and sustainable digital society for everyone, everywhere.

The one thing that's missing? Well... you...

Description And Requirements

Lenovo is seeking an Accessibility Design Consultant to join the
Product Diversity Office team to integrate accessibility into Lenovo's
products and processes. The user is at the core of everything we do
here at Lenovo and your expertise is needed to help bring the voice of
our customers with disabilities into the design process.

In this role, you'll be using your knowledge of Accessibility and
Disabilities to help integrate accessibility into Lenovo's software
and hardware products- so they are usable by people with disabilities.
You will evaluate software for conformance to WCAG 2.1, analyze the
functionality of assistive technologies for visual, mobility, hearing,
cognitive, and speech impairments. You will drive improvements by
communicating accessibility research findings to technical and
non-technical audiences including product management, design, and
development. The scope of this role will be across Lenovo's business's
and will include our PC, Smartphone, and Data Center products.

To achieve these goals, you will collaborate closely with the
Executive Director, Program and Project Manager, User Experience
Designers, User Researchers, Data Scientists, Product Developers,
Product Managers, and Executives to review designs/concepts in the
development process and provide accessibility feedback during the
development of new products.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, communication,
and testing skills to scale initiatives across a large global
organization.

DESCRIPTION:

Primary responsibility is to systematize accessibility as a part of
the Diversity by Design process across Lenovo. Other duties include:

*         Promote accessibility within the organization; advocate for
considering accessibility as a vital part of the customer experience.
*         Support accessibility testing.
*         Plan and perform web accessibility testing with assistive
technologies such as JAWS, VoiceOver, and ZoomText, with the
understanding of their interactions with multiple browsers and
platforms.
*         Educate and inform project teams on the proper methods for
implementing digital accessibility in a variety of web, mobile,
hardware and document systems.
*         Lead and present accessibility training sessions to internal
and external audiences.
*         Work collaboratively with cross-functional project team
members and business peers to propose the best experience for the end
user.
*         Communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms
with colleagues, management, and external parties both in the U.S. and
other countries.

REQUIREMENTS:

*         Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
*         3 years professional experience with Accessibility standards
and guidelines such as WCAG, Section 508, CVAA, and ADA compliance.
*         Technical skills include knowledge of HTML, CSS, and Javascript
*         Passion for technology, accessibility, and overall quality
*         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all channels.
*         Ability to utilize a network of relationships to collect and
disseminate information, build support, and secure buy-in for desired
objectives.
*         Demonstrated desire for continuous learning and improvement.
*         Ability to work under pressure managing multiple
projects/requests simultaneously while successfully coping with
interruptions and redefined priorities.
*         Language proficiency: Excellent written and verbal English.
*         Currently this role will be remote but will be onsite in
North Carolina once Lenovo returns to the office.

PREFERRED:

*         4+ years in the digital accessibility space with a deep
understanding of technical skills.
*         Experience working with AMP (Accessibility Management
Platform) a plus.
*         Experience working in a global company.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against
any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex,
age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a
veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local
protected class.

For US applicants: Lenovo adopted a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for
US-based employees. As a condition of employment, employees must
adhere to Lenovo's US Vaccination Policy and be fully vaccinated
against COVID-19 by January 18, 2022, subject to any applicable
accommodations. To be fully vaccinated by January 18, that means
individuals must receive the final dose of a 2-dose vaccine (e.g.,
Moderna or Pfizer) or a single dose of Johnson & Johnson's vaccine by
January 4, 2022. This applies to all US based employees and
contractors, including remote employees and interns. As a condition of
employment, you must provide proof that you are fully vaccinated by
January 4, 2022 or during your new employment orientation (for
individuals with hire dates after January 4, 2022), or follow Lenovo's
accommodation process.

*         Morrisville - North Carolina - United States of America


David Goldfield,
Blindness Assistive Technology Specialist
JAWS Certified, 2019
Subscribe to the Tech-VI announcement list to receive emails regarding
news and events in the blindness assistive technology field.
Email: tech-vi+subscribe at groups.io<mailto:tech-vi+subscribe at groups.io>

www.DavidGoldfield.org<http://www.DavidGoldfield.org>





-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
Groups.io Links: You receive all messages sent to this group.
View/Reply Online (#1459): https://groups.io/g/tech-vi/message/1459
Mute This Topic: https://groups.io/mt/87879954/4428732
Group Owner: tech-vi+owner at groups.io
Unsubscribe: https://groups.io/g/tech-vi/leave/8954990/4428732/268029546/xyzzy
[jrlattuca at gmail.com]
-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-