Web Software Developer (Accessibility)

🇺🇸 New Brunswick, NJ 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $78K - $111K 💻 Software Engineering 🗓️ April 26th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring a Web Software Developer (Accessibility) for the Information Systems and Technology Central Core Department at the Rutgers Cancer Institute. The role involves advancing digital accessibility initiatives by reviewing and remediating IT assets such as websites, applications, and documents, providing training and outreach, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance with accessibility standards.

Highlights

Review and ensure IT and accessibility standards compliance for websites, applications, systems, and documents.
Provide training and outreach on accessibility and disability-related IT issues.
Maintain web content systems and act as the subject matter expert for web content and formatting.
Develop and maintain shared source code libraries and accessible Office document templates.
Collaborate with IT teams on remediation of source code and procurement of accessible hardware and software.
Perform accessibility testing, review vendor documentation, and facilitate accessibility barrier reporting.
Required knowledge of WCAG 2.1, Section 504 and 508 compliance, and digital accessibility best practices.
Technical skills include PHP, CSS, SVG, and JavaScript asset management.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Technology plus three years of relevant experience in accessibility or web design required.
Salary range from $77,661 to $111,027 with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, retirement plans, and paid leave.