Associate Accessibility Auditor

As an Associate Accessibility Auditor, you assist in reviewing websites, web applications, mobile apps, and documents for accessibility compliance. You clearly identify accessibility issues, communicate findings, and collaborate with design, product, and engineering teams to improve the overall accessibility of Light cast's products. You may work across multiple products and features simultaneously.

### Abilities Education & Experience:

* Understanding of basic web technologies (HTML, CSS, ARIA attributes) and willingness to learn deeper accessibility concepts.
* Ability to identify common accessibility issues (keyboard traps, missing labels, low contrast, improper semantics, etc.).
* Familiarity with screen readers (NVDA/JAWS/VoiceOver), keyboard navigation testing, and color-contrast tools.
* Strong attention to detail and ability to detect subtle usability/accessibility barriers.
* Clear written communication skills for documenting issues and preparing audit notes.
* Analytical mindset with the ability to follow structured audit checklists and guidelines.
* Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools, testing methods, and accessibility requirements.
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Design, or related field — or equivalent practical experience.
* 1+ year of experience in accessibility testing, QA, or web development (internship or project experience acceptable).
* Exposure to WCAG, ARIA, usability, or assistive technologies is preferred but not mandatory.
* Any accessibility-related certifications (e.g., IAAP CPACC) are a plus.

Lightcast is a global leader in labor market insights with headquarters in Moscow (ID) and Boston (MA) and offices in the United Kingdom, Europe, and India. We work with partners across six continents to help drive economic prosperity and mobility by providing the insights needed to build and develop our people, our institutions and companies, and our communities.

Lightcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Lightcast has always been, and always will be, committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We seek dynamic professionals from all backgrounds to join our teams, and we encourage our employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.