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Mobile Accessibility Consultant (React Native)

Prairie Du Sac, WI

**Type:** Contract

**Category:** Development

**Industry:** Retail

**Reference ID:** JN -062025-102304

**Date Posted:** 06/01/2025

**Shortcut:** http://careers.eliassen.com/QHirYP

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Description:

*Hybrid Role inPrairie Du Sac, WI*

Eliassen Group 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

_Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance._

_Rate: $55 - $80 / hr. w2_

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.

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

Experience Requirements:

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

_Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range._

_W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality._

_Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact [email protected]._

_About Eliassen Group:_

_Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate._

_Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status._

_Don’t miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!_