Jason Ament
About Jason Ament
Jason Ament is a Product Manager specializing in Employee Accessibility at Expedia Group, with a diverse background in accessibility engineering and development.
Current Role at Expedia Group
Jason Ament is currently serving as a Product Manager - Employee Accessibility at Expedia Group, based in Seattle, Washington. He started this role in 2022, and his responsibilities involve overseeing and enhancing accessibility initiatives for employees within the company. His experience in various accessibility roles enables him to bring valuable insights into improving user experiences for all employees through thoughtful, innovative solutions.
Previous Role at Airbnb
Before joining Expedia Group, Jason Ament worked as an Accessibility Frontend Remediation Software Engineer at Airbnb. He was in this position from 2021 to 2022, where he focused on improving web accessibility frontend components. During his tenure in the Greater Seattle Area, he contributed to ensuring the digital environment at Airbnb was accessible and user-friendly for all users, including those with disabilities.
Experience at Microsoft
Jason Ament has had multiple roles at Microsoft, showcasing his extensive experience in web accessibility. From 2019 to 2021, he was a Web Accessibility Subject Matter Expert in Redmond, Washington, focusing on accessibility standards and guidelines. Prior to that, he served as a Technical Accessibility Subject Matter Expert in Bellevue, Washington, from 2018 to 2019, and as a Software Design Engineer specializing in web accessibility from 2016 to 2017. His longest tenure at Microsoft was from 2010 to 2015 as a Front End Web Developer - Accessibility Engineer, where he worked on improving the accessibility of Microsoft’s web products.
Educational Background
Jason Ament studied at the University of Valley Forge, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Pastoral Studies/Counseling from 2006 to 2008. His educational background, while not directly related to his current field, shows a diverse skill set and interest in helping others, which aligns with his professional focus on accessibility.
Professional Journey and Skills
Jason Ament has a rich professional history focused on accessibility and user experience. His roles have ranged from a Senior Accessibility Analyst at Visa to various subject matter expert positions at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and The Paciello Group. He combines his expertise in web development, accessibility, and UI design to create inspiring and innovative user experiences. His passion for accessibility is evident in his work, making digital environments more inclusive for everyone.