Nibin Mathew
About Nibin Mathew
Nibin Mathew is a Team Lead and Digital Accessibility Specialist at Bosch Global Software Technologies, where he leads initiatives to ensure digital accessibility compliance. He actively promotes inclusive sports as a country representative for the International Blind Tennis Association and has a strong background in assistive technologies and user experience research.
Work at Bosch Global Software Technologies
Nibin Mathew currently holds the position of Team Lead and Digital Accessibility Specialist at Bosch Global Software Technologies, a role he has occupied since 2022 in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India. In this capacity, he leads accessibility initiatives, ensuring that digital products comply with WCAG standards and relevant laws, including the ADA, EAA, ACA, and RPWD. He actively engages in diversity and inclusion activities, conducting user experience research focused on web and mobile accessibility. His work includes driving inclusive media production by integrating closed captions, audio descriptions, sign language, and text transcripts into video content.
Education and Expertise
Nibin Mathew earned a Master’s degree in MSc Digital Society from the International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore, studying from 2019 to 2021. Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature at the University of Calicut from 2013 to 2016. He has over a decade of expertise in assistive technologies, including JAWS, NVDA, Talkback, and VoiceOver on iOS and Mac OS. His educational background and extensive experience in digital accessibility contribute to his role in promoting inclusive practices.
Achievements in Accessibility and Sports
Nibin Mathew has made significant contributions to the field of digital accessibility. He received the G3ict scholarship in 2021, recognizing his exceptional commitment to accessibility. He organizes global accessibility events to raise awareness and promote digital accessibility. Additionally, he serves as a country representative for the International Blind Tennis Association, advocating for inclusive sports in India. His efforts in these areas highlight his dedication to fostering an inclusive environment for individuals with disabilities.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Bosch Global Software Technologies, Nibin Mathew gained valuable experience in various roles. He worked as a Software Product Management Intern at Head Digital Works Pvt Ltd. in 2020 for four months in Telangana, India. He also served as a Junior Assistant at Central Railway from 2016 to 2019 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, and completed a five-month internship at Vision Empower Trust in 2021 in the Greater Bengaluru Area. These positions provided him with a diverse skill set and insights into different sectors.