Join Our Development Team

Make Technology Work For Everyone

Are you passionate about open-source development and want to solve complex technical challenges while making a real difference in people's lives? At Ability Foundry, you'll work on cutting-edge accessibility solutions that help millions of people with disabilities connect with technology, their communities, and the world. Join our growing community of developers, designers, and advocates who are dedicated to breaking down technological barriers and making the digital world accessible to everyone

Why Contribute to Ability Foundry?

• Make a Real Impact: Your work will directly benefit people with disabilities, providing tools that foster independence, communication, and connection.
• Collaborate with a Community: Work alongside developers, designers, and accessibility advocates who are passionate about creating a more inclusive world.
• Grow Your Skills: Gain hands-on experience in accessible technology, VR/AR, and AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) tools, while building your portfolio with meaningful projects.
• Support a Mission: Every line of code goes toward making a genuine impact.

Projects You’ll Work On

• Xogo VR: Develop and refine VR/AR applications tailored for users with limited mobility, making virtual environments accessible and intuitive.
• Xogo AAC: Enhance our Augmentative and Alternative Communication app, improving features like predictive text, keyboard input, and user-friendly design.
• Caretaker Support: Work on tools that help caretakers communicate and manage support needs effectively, creating a seamless experience for users and their support networks.
• Cross-Platform Integration: Building bridges between assistive devices and mainstream technology.

Technical Skills We're Looking For

• Experience with React and modern JavaScript frameworks
• Background in VR/AR development (Unity, Unreal, or similar)
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and WCAG guidelines
• Understanding of AI/ML implementation (for our AAC platform)
• Experience with cross-platform development
• Background in hardware integration and IoT (bonus)

Get Involved

Ready to make a difference? Here’s how you can join:

1. Contribute to Our GitHub: Check out our open-source repositories on GitHub. Dive into our code, suggest improvements, or build new features.
2. Become a Core Contributor: Interested in a more substantial role? Apply to join our core team of volunteer developers.
3. Spread the Word: Share our mission with others passionate about accessibility—whether they're developers, designers, or advocates.

Apply Today! Take the first step in making an impact. Contact us to become part of Ability Foundry’s developer community, or check out our GitHub to start contributing today!