We are looking for an experienced Accessibility Tester to ensure our web applications and digital content meet ADA, Section 508, and WCAG 2.0/2.1 standards. You will use accessibility tools and assistive technologies to identify and remediate accessibility issues across various platforms and documents.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform accessibility testing on web apps, documents (PDFs, Excel, PPT), and digital content using tools like WAVE, Axe, and screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver).
- Ensure compliance with WCAG 2.0/2.1, ADA, and Section 508 standards.
- Test across major browsers (Firefox, Chrome, IE) and ensure proper keyboard navigation, focus management, and input controls.
- Report defects, track remediation efforts, and create test case documentation.
- Collaborate with development teams to resolve accessibility issues and improve product quality.
- Provide daily/weekly status reports and testing metrics.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with accessibility standards (ADA, WCAG 2.0/2.1, Section 508) and testing tools (WAVE, Axe, CCA).
- Knowledge of screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver) and assistive technologies.
- Familiarity with accessibility best practices (ARIA attributes, HTML5 semantics, data tables).
- Strong QA skills, test case execution, and defect reporting.
- Basic debugging skills (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
- Accessibility certification (e.g., CPACC, WAS) is a plus.