Tech Lead
Virtusa
US,US
**Job Description: Accessibility (A11y) Test Engineer**
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior**Accessibility (A11y) Test Engineer**to support Google-aligned products and platforms.
**Key Responsibilities**
**Accessibility Testing & Validation**
Perform manual and automated accessibility testing on web, Android, iOS, and cross‑platform interfaces.
Validate compliance with**WCAG 2.1/2.2**,**ARIA standards**,**Section 508**, and**Google’s internal accessibility guidelines**.
Conduct testing using assistive technologies, including:
Screen readers (TalkBack, VoiceOver, NVDA, JAWS)
Switch devices
Keyboard-only workflows (tab, focus order, shortcuts)
Zoom and magnifiers
High-contrast and color-blindness simulation tools
**Issue Identification & Reporting**
Document A11y defects with clear steps, expected vs actual behavior, severity rating, and remediation guidance.
Partner with engineering teams to ensure issues are understood, reproducible, and resolved efficiently.
Perform regression testing on fixes and enhancements.
**Tools & Frameworks**
Use industry-standard tools such as:
Axe, Lighthouse, WAVE, Google Accessibility Scanner, Color Contrast Analyzer, ARC Toolkit
**Documentation & Compliance**
Create and maintain accessibility test plans, test cases, execution reports, and VPAT support documentation.
Stay current on evolving accessibility standards, Google best practices, and emerging assistive technologies.
**Required Qualifications**
**Minimum 7+ years of experience**in Device,OS and Accessibility Testing.
Strong understanding of accessibility principles and guidelines (WCAG, ARIA, Section 508).
Hands-on experience with assistive technologies and accessibility testing tools.
Excellent defect reporting and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
**Mandatory Certification**
**Ally Certification is a must.**