TC7 - Accessibility Quality Engineer Senior at Rockcruit

We are seeking a detail-oriented **_Accessibility Tester_** 🕵🏼🔎 The Accessibility Tester will evaluate digital products, including websites, applications, and documents, to ensure compliance with accessibility standards such as WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines). This role is critical to ensuring an inclusive experience for all users, particularly those with disabilities

**Responsibilities**

_1. Accessibility Testing:_

- Conduct manual and automated testing to ensure digital content and features comply with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG 2.1, Section 508, ADA).

- Use tools such as screen readers (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver), accessibility checkers (e.g., Axe, WAVE), and other testing tools.

_2. Analysis and Reporting:_

-Identify and document accessibility issues, including barriers faced by users with visual, auditory, cognitive, or motor disabilities.

- Provide clear and actionable feedback to development teams and stakeholders.

- Prioritize issues based on impact and severity.

_3. Collaboration:_

- Work closely with designers, developers, and content creators to provide guidance on accessibility best practices.

- Participate in accessibility review meetings to discuss findings and solutions.

_4. Training and Advocacy:_

- Stay updated on the latest accessibility standards, tools, and techniques.

- Educate team members on accessibility requirements and advocate for inclusive design.

_5. Documentation:_

- Maintain detailed records of test results and issue resolution.

- Assist in creating accessibility documentation, such as conformance statements and VPATs (Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates)

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**Must have**

* Proven experience in accessibility testing and evaluation across web, mobile web, and native applications
* Strong knowledge of WCAG 2.1/2.2, Section 508, and ARIA
* Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript from an accessibility standpoint
* Hands-on experience with assistive technologies and tools:
* Familiarity with JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver
* Familiarity with Axe, WAVE, ANDI, Accessibility Insights, AccessAssistant
* Deep expertise in at least one screen reader (JAWS or NVDA) and one testing tool/plugin
* Experience creating or contributing to accessibility documentation, including VPATs
* Strong communication and collaboration skills
* Ability to work independently and proactively with cross-functional teams

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**Nice to have**

* Certifications: CPACC, WAS, or similar
* Experience with mobile accessibility testing
* Background in inclusive design and universal design principles
* Knowledge of usability testing and UX design processes