Senior EPUB Accessibility Specialist

Location: Chennai, India (On-site)

Job Type: Full-Time

The Accessibility & EPUB Conversion Specialist is responsible for converting source content into fully compliant, accessible digital publications. The role demands deep expertise in EPUB2/EPUB3, WCAG 2.2, EPUB Accessibility 1.1, and European Accessibility Act (EAA 2025) standards, ensuring that all digital outputs are optimized for assistive technologies and inclusive reading experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Convert manuscripts, PDFs, or XML files into EPUB2/EPUB3, fixed-layout, or reflowable formats using industry-standard tools and scripts.
• Implement and validate accessibility features including semantic tagging, alt-text integration, ARIA roles, and correct reading order.
• Conduct EPUB validation using ACE by DAISY, EPUBCheck, and W3C accessibility tools, ensuring zero errors before delivery.
• Review and remediate client-supplied EPUBs to meet WCAG 2.2 / EPUB A11y 1.1 requirements.
• Collaborate with content, QA, and metadata teams to ensure accurate structure, navigation, and metadata embedding (ONIX, BISAC, etc.).
• Generate HTML5, MOBI, or XML-based accessible formats as per client deliverables.
• Document accessibility workflows, maintain checklists, and support continuous process improvement.
• Provide training and guidance on accessibility best practices to internal and vendor teams.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of EPUB standards (2.0, 3.0, 3.2) and accessibility frameworks (WCAG 2.1/2.2, EPUB A11y 1.1).
• Proficiency with ACE by DAISY, EPUBCheck, Sigil, Calibre, and NVDA/JAWS/VoiceOver screen-reader testing.
• Familiarity with semantic HTML5, ARIA roles, CSS3, and JavaScript for interactive eBooks.
• Experience with Alt-text writing, image description authoring, and complex content structuring (tables, math, charts).
• Exposure to XML-First workflows and metadata management (ONIX, JSON, Excel mapping).
• Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign export for EPUB, VBA or Python scripting, and QA automation tools is advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills and commitment to detail, accuracy, and accessibility compliance.

Educational Qualification:

• Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Publishing, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Accessibility certification (e.g., IAAP CPACC / WAS / ADS) preferred but not mandatory.

Experience:

• 3–7 years of hands-on experience in EPUB conversion, accessibility remediation, or digital publishing production.
• Prior experience in STM, educational, or trade publishing will be an added advantage.

Apply Now:

If you’re looking to build a strong career in digital publishing and contribute to a growing technology-driven organization, we welcome your application.

Kindly send your resume to: careers@ogaitech.in

Subject Line: Application – Accessibility & EPUB Conversion Specialist – [Your Name]

Learn more about us at www.ogaitech.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person