Senior Software Engineer, Frontend - Accessibility at Tock
New York, NY 10001
About the Job
The Accessibility team empowers Squarespace to build inclusive products, usable by everyone, driving sustainable change through standards, tools, and collaboration with product teams. We are seeking a Software Engineer to build accessible, inclusive experiences for all users
You'll focus on integrating accessibility features into our platforms and ensuring services meet accessibility standards
This is a hybrid role working from our NYC office 3 days per week
You will report to the Engineering Team Manager.You'll Get To…Conduct and support accessibility audits: Participate in A11Y audits across products and designs, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring compliance with accessibility standards.Build accessible platform solutions: Design platform-level features that support accessibility across all digital products.Promote accessibility: Build libraries and frameworks to help product teams implement accessibility best practices with ease and consistency.Integrate accessibility into the CI/CD pipeline: Implement automated accessibility testing in continuous integration and deployment pipelines.Advise on platform accessibility: Guide platform and engineering teams on integrating accessibility into their development.Who We're Looking forExperience: 5-7 years in software development, with 3+ years focused on accessible solutions at the platform or framework level.Educate others: Led onboarding to enhance team-wide understanding of web accessibility and best practices.Communication: Experience sharing updates and resolutions with diverse stakeholders.Platform architecture: Expertise in designing scalable, accessible platforms.Technical proficiency: Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG, Section 508, EN 301 549) and modern languages (JavaScript, Python, Java) and frameworks (React, Angular, Vue).Tools & Assistive Tech: Experience with assistive technologies and accessibility tools (Axe, Lighthouse).Collaboration: Worked with engineers, designers, product managers, and QA.CI/CD & Automation: Integrated accessibility testing into CI/CD pipelines.Benefits & PerksA choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiumsHealth Savings Account with Squarespace fundingFertility and adoption benefitsSupplemental Insurance plansHeadspace mindfulness app subscriptionRetirement benefits with employer matchFlexible paid time off12 to 20 weeks of paid family leaveEquity plan for all employeesAccess to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverageEducation reimbursementEmployee donation match to community organizations6 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)Cash Compensation Range: $128,500 – $231,500 USDThe base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors.In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include on-target commissions or overtime pay), all Squarespace employees are eligible to receive equity in the company as part of their total compensation.About SquarespaceSquarespace (NYSE: SQSP) is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online
We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business
Our suite of products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, and marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity, creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold, and hospitality business management via Tock
Our team of more than 1,700 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Chicago, Dublin, Ireland, Aveiro, Portugal, and coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, and Australia
For more information about our company culture, visit .Our CommitmentToday, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world
Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers, but we also work toward the same in our employees
At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.#LI-HybridThank you in advance for providing the following details about your work history from your resume! This helps us ensure that your candidate information is accurate and consistent during the hiring process.Squarespace will never solicit your personal banking information or ask you to transfer money in connection with a job offer or interview
We also will not reach out to you via phone or SMS without your permission or knowledge.
You'll focus on integrating accessibility features into our platforms and ensuring services meet accessibility standards
This is a hybrid role working from our NYC office 3 days per week
You will report to the Engineering Team Manager.You'll Get To…Conduct and support accessibility audits: Participate in A11Y audits across products and designs, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring compliance with accessibility standards.Build accessible platform solutions: Design platform-level features that support accessibility across all digital products.Promote accessibility: Build libraries and frameworks to help product teams implement accessibility best practices with ease and consistency.Integrate accessibility into the CI/CD pipeline: Implement automated accessibility testing in continuous integration and deployment pipelines.Advise on platform accessibility: Guide platform and engineering teams on integrating accessibility into their development.Who We're Looking forExperience: 5-7 years in software development, with 3+ years focused on accessible solutions at the platform or framework level.Educate others: Led onboarding to enhance team-wide understanding of web accessibility and best practices.Communication: Experience sharing updates and resolutions with diverse stakeholders.Platform architecture: Expertise in designing scalable, accessible platforms.Technical proficiency: Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG, Section 508, EN 301 549) and modern languages (JavaScript, Python, Java) and frameworks (React, Angular, Vue).Tools & Assistive Tech: Experience with assistive technologies and accessibility tools (Axe, Lighthouse).Collaboration: Worked with engineers, designers, product managers, and QA.CI/CD & Automation: Integrated accessibility testing into CI/CD pipelines.Benefits & PerksA choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiumsHealth Savings Account with Squarespace fundingFertility and adoption benefitsSupplemental Insurance plansHeadspace mindfulness app subscriptionRetirement benefits with employer matchFlexible paid time off12 to 20 weeks of paid family leaveEquity plan for all employeesAccess to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverageEducation reimbursementEmployee donation match to community organizations6 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)Cash Compensation Range: $128,500 – $231,500 USDThe base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors.In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include on-target commissions or overtime pay), all Squarespace employees are eligible to receive equity in the company as part of their total compensation.About SquarespaceSquarespace (NYSE: SQSP) is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online
We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business
Our suite of products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, and marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity, creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold, and hospitality business management via Tock
Our team of more than 1,700 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Chicago, Dublin, Ireland, Aveiro, Portugal, and coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, and Australia
For more information about our company culture, visit .Our CommitmentToday, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world
Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers, but we also work toward the same in our employees
At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.#LI-HybridThank you in advance for providing the following details about your work history from your resume! This helps us ensure that your candidate information is accurate and consistent during the hiring process.Squarespace will never solicit your personal banking information or ask you to transfer money in connection with a job offer or interview
We also will not reach out to you via phone or SMS without your permission or knowledge.
