Job Openings RQ09432 - Jr. Software Developer

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RQ09432 - Jr. Software Developer

North York

Hybrid (3 days onsite and 2 days remote)

Contract (6 months)

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.2) Compliance

· Ensure website is 100% AODA compliant.

· Perform an audit of the website to identify issues related to WCAG compliance and remediate.

· Ensure all new or updated content or code released must conform with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines.

· Comply with AODA standards and leverage Assistive Technology tools (such as screen readers, JAWS, NVDA) testing where needed.

· Collaborate with Ministry teams to be able to use the OPS Toolkits for testing for WCAG Level A and Level AA conformance.

Google Analytics & Knowledge Transfer

Develop queries required to generate monthly site usage from google analytics that can assist with:

· Site usage and provide recommendations to increase website usage and prevent connection drop-offs.

· Perform search engine optimization to improve website and improve visibility.

· Provide knowledge transfer, training & upskill ministry teams upon request.

Must-Haves:

  • 5+ years of strong experience in developing custom WordPress themes and plugins.
  • Highly proficient in WCAG 2.2 / website accessibility requirements under the AODA.
  • Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and MySQL.
  • Strong experience in Google Analytics
Nice-to-have:
  • Public sector experience