Job Description

Mobile Accessibility Consultant (React Native)_ Remote job

client is seeking a highly experienced Mobile Accessibility Consultant to lead and implement improvements to the accessibility of our client's React Native mobile application. This role will play a critical part in preparing the app for a broader accessibility audit and an upcoming program launch involving new screens and user workflows. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of mobile accessibility standards, screen reader behavior (VoiceOver and TalkBack), React Native capabilities, and WCAG compliance.

Project Duration: Initial 3-month engagement, with potential extension based on project needs

Location: 100% Remote

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct an expert review of the current React Native mobile app to identify accessibility gaps.
• Implement accessibility best practices, particularly for screen reader support, element labeling, and structural semantics.
• Provide actionable solutions for high-impact issues such as:
• Missing JSX accessibility tags
• Improper screen reader reading order
• Grouping of associated UI components (e.g., product tiles, forms)
• Use of headings for navigation
• Focus trap issues (e.g., toast messages)
• Inaccessible gestures and visual-only indicators
• Advise on and implement improvements to:
• Touch target sizes (per WCAG 2.5.8)
• Orientation support (per WCAG 1.3.4)
• Accessibility roles and descriptive labels
• Dynamic content updates and screen reader announcements
• Integration with third-party content (e.g., credit card forms, web views)
• Collaborate with the development team to align iOS and Android accessibility APIs with React Native properties (e.g., accessibilityLabel, accessible, accessibilityRole).
• Recommend and help test accessible design patterns for complex flows, including item customization and navigation.
• Provide documentation and guidance to ensure ongoing accessibility compliance and development readiness.

Key Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in mobile accessibility with a focus on React Native, iOS, and Android.
• Deep familiarity with screen reader behavior, WCAG 2.1+ guidelines, and mobile assistive technologies.
• Experience conducting accessibility reviews and implementing remediation in production mobile apps.
• Proficiency in testing and debugging with VoiceOver, TalkBack, and native device tools.
• Strong understanding of accessibility semantics, roles, touch interaction models, and content grouping.
• Ability to communicate technical accessibility issues clearly to both developers and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to Have:

• Experience supporting accessibility in federal, healthcare, or loyalty-based mobile applications
• Knowledge of risk mitigation strategies related to third-party content accessibility
• Background in native mobile development (Swift/Kotlin) with accessibility focus
• Prior experience auditing React Native apps with complex flows and WebViews

Deliverables:

• Accessibility implementation roadmap with prioritized action items
• Updated React Native components with enhanced accessibility
• Documentation of implemented changes and rationale
• Accessibility test plan and checklist
• Summary of accessibility findings with guidance for full audit readiness

Thanks & Regards

Arun Kumar

Sr. Recruiter

Email: Arun@stellentit.com

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