Overview

The WebAIM team specializes in developing and enhancing tools and web sites so they will be more accessible to people with disabilities. As a Software Engineer at WebAIM, you will develop and enhance the WAVE web accessibility evaluation tool (http://wave.webaim.org/) and provide web programming for a variety of WebAIM's projects and clients.

This is a full-time remote or on-site position at Utah State University. It includes an excellent benefits package (PDF), including health/dental/vision insurance, retirement package, and 12 paid holidays and 22 paid vacation days annually. Applicants must be able to legally work in the US and if offered the position must pass a background check. The anticipated salary pay range for this "Programmer/Analyst II" position is $73,000-$88,000 (plus benefits), based on qualifications and experience.

This position is telework-eligible within the state of Utah. Telework outside of the state of Utah is subject to review and approval by the University prior to a job offer being extended.

Responsibilities

• Provide programming expertise to further development of WAVE
• Develop and refine various online tools and systems to support WebAIM's mission of improving the accessibility of the web
• Administer databases, data analytics, and data reports
• Help administer WebAIM web sites, resources, and tools
• Other related responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field plus 2 Years of experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrable experience programming web applications using JavaScript (required), PHP (preferred), and related technologies, such as React, Node.js, etc.
• Knowledge of web technologies: HTML, JavaScript, CSS, etc.
• Knowledge of SQL and relational databases (preferably MySQL).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, proactive, and motivated.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fanatical about writing clean, well-commented code.
• Experience in object oriented programming and familiarity with coding best practices and design patterns.
• Deep understanding of web standards, especially WCAG, and web accessibility
• Familiarity with git
• Web browser add-on/extension development
• Web design, usability, HTML, and CSS
• Experience building highly scalable web applications
• Cloud-based server administration (especially AWS) and MySQL database administration
• Team and project management
• Web security experience

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV".
2. Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10".

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

$73,000-$88,000; Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

College/Department Highlights

The Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice (IDRPP) is Utah's federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). The IDRPP opened its doors in 1972 and was the first UCEDD program in the U.S. to focus on the educational and social needs of children and adults with disabilities. Over the past 50 years the IDRPP has grown into one of the largest UCEDD programs in the nation and is recognized as a pioneer in research, training, technical assistance, and services for children and adults with disabilities, their families, and the professionals who serve them.

The IDRPP is committed to hiring people with disabilities, veterans, and diverse individuals from all communities and backgrounds. We value visible and invisible differences, and we recognize that diversity makes us stronger. We welcome applicants who bring something different and unique to our organization. We value creativity, loyalty, and hard work. We believe that we can change the world and make it a better, more inclusive place for everyone, and we want to hire people who also believe that they can make a difference.

Funding Statement

The Institute for Disability Research, Policy, & Practice is one of the largest research and outreach centers at USU, and we are largely funded through grants, contracts, and fee-for-service programs. All staff positions at the IDRPP are contingent upon funding, and all senior staff at the IDRPP with graduate degrees are responsible for helping to generate funding to support our operations and growth.

College Highlights

The Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services is home to eight departments and is committed to providing the best learning opportunities and educational research in the state of Utah. Our programs are strengthened by an on-campus elementary laboratory school and five stand-alone centers, including the Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence. The college offers clinical services to the community across the human lifespan and provides students with real-world service and research opportunities.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

*updated 07/2026