Developers - Ability Foundry

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 tools, while building your portfolio with meaningful projects.

Support a Mission

Every line of code goes toward making a genuine impact in the lives of people with disabilities.

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.

Unity C# VR/AR

Xogo AAC

Enhance our Augmentative and Alternative Communication app, improving features like predictive text, keyboard input, and user-friendly design.

React JavaScript AI/ML

Caretaker Support

Work on tools that help caretakers communicate and manage support needs effectively, creating a seamless experience for users and their support networks.

UX/UI Web App Mobile

Cross-Platform Integration

Building bridges between assistive devices and mainstream technology to create seamless experiences across platforms.

APIs IoT Embedded Systems

Technical Skills We're Looking For

Frontend Development

Experience with React and modern JavaScript frameworks

VR/AR Development

Background in Unity, Unreal, or similar platforms

Accessibility

Knowledge of accessibility standards and WCAG guidelines

AI/ML

Understanding of AI/ML implementation for AAC platforms

Cross-Platform

Experience with cross-platform development tools

Hardware Integration

Background in hardware integration and IoT (bonus)

Get Involved

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

Contribute to Our GitHub

Check out our open-source repositories. Dive into our code, suggest improvements, or build new features.

Visit our GitHub

Become a Core Contributor

Interested in a more substantial role? Apply to join our core team of volunteer developers who regularly contribute to our projects.

Apply to join

Spread the Word

Share our mission with others passionate about accessibility—whether they're developers, designers, or advocates.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Take the first step in making an impact with your development skills.

Apply Today

Start Contributing

GitHub

Check out our open-source projects

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Developer Spotlight

"Working on accessible technology at Ability Foundry has been incredibly rewarding. Seeing how our code directly impacts someone's ability to communicate or engage with the world gives meaning to every line of code we write."

- Jim, Developer