Digital accessibility is no longer just a technological gimmick, but has become mandatory since June 28, 2025, due to laws such as the Accessibility Strengthening Act (BFSG).
These legal requirements not only create more accessibility online, but also open up completely new career fields – both in large companies and for specialized professionals.
In the German job market, jobs in the field of accessibility with “Accessibility” in the title are increasing drastically – according to LinkedIn, there are about 1,000+ jobs, including UX/UI designers, accessibility specialists, and QA engineers.
Many large companies are hiring experts whose roles focus on digital accessibility in design, code, and testing.
More and more companies are establishing dedicated departments or defining new C-level positions – such as Chief Accessibility Officers (CAO) – to strategically anchor accessibility. They ensure that accessibility becomes a strong part of the company, from product development to corporate culture.
In addition, specialized positions such as accessibility auditors or testers are gaining importance. They conduct WCAG and BITV-compliant audits, create reports, and train development teams (e.g., 508 certification, CPAAC).
Professionals are increasingly expanding their expertise through certified training – whether as part of Section 508 audits or CPAAC programs.
With the new legal situation, the demand for further education is rising – from agencies to universities teaching accessible design.
Companies today recognize that investments in digital accessibility pay off – both socially and strategically. According to the Bundesverband Neue Wirtschaft (BNW), around 98% of the most visited websites are not accessible – representing a market potential that no one can ignore.
Moreover, accessible design is a competitive advantage, as it reaches more people and strengthens market reputation.
It’s time to take accessibility seriously
Legal requirements and social change are driving new career opportunities in digital accessibility. Whether strategic leadership, technical fine-tuning, or training – diverse roles with a future are emerging here.
Those who invest in know-how and suitable tools now are ideally positioned – both as a company and as a professional.
With SiteCockpit, we offer you exactly the solution to practically implement accessibility in a CMS or shop system – including monitoring, accessibility widget for frontend, and legally compliant statement. This not only creates access for everyone, but also strengthens your position as a modern, responsible provider.
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