Accessibility Tester - Mindteck

Role Title (i.e.., Architect, Developer, DBA, etc.) Accessibility Tester
Required Skills Technical Skills
• Knowledge of Accessibility Standards:
o Familiarity with WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) 2.0 and 2.1.
o Understanding of Section 508 compliance.
o Awareness of ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) specifications.
• Testing Tools Proficiency:
o Experience with screen readers (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver).
o Proficiency in using accessibility testing tools (e.g., Axe, WAVE, Lighthouse).
o Familiarity with browser developer tools for accessibility inspection.
• Programming and Markup Languages:
o Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
o Knowledge of semantic HTML and ARIA roles and attributes.
• Manual Testing Skills:
o Ability to perform keyboard-only navigation testing.
o Experience in conducting manual accessibility audits and creating detailed reports.
Analytical Skills
Problem-Solving:
o Ability to identify accessibility issues and provide practical solutions.
o Strong analytical skills to evaluate and interpret test results.
• Attention to Detail:
o Keen eye for detail to ensure all accessibility guidelines are met.
o Thoroughness in documenting issues and remediation steps.
Soft Skills
1. Communication:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate findings and recommendations.
• Ability to explain technical accessibility issues to non-technical stakeholders.
2. Collaboration:
• Experience working closely with developers, designers, and product managers.
• Ability to advocate for accessibility best practices within cross-functional teams.
3. Empathy:
• Strong understanding of the needs and challenges faced by users with disabilities.
• Commitment to creating inclusive and accessible user experiences.
Process Improvement
1. Continuous Learning:
• Stay updated with the latest accessibility standards and best practices.
• Participate in accessibility training, webinars, and conferences.
2. Documentation:
• Ability to create and maintain comprehensive accessibility testing documentation.
• Experience in developing accessibility guidelines and checklists.
3. Feedback and Mentorship:
• Provide constructive feedback to development teams to improve accessibility.
• Mentor and train team members on accessibility testing techniques and standards.
Domain Knowledge
1. Industry-Specific Accessibility Requirements:
• Understanding of accessibility requirements specific to the industry (e.g., healthcare, finance, education).
• Awareness of legal and regulatory requirements related to accessibility.
Preferred Skills Certifications (Optional but Preferred)
• Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC)
• Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS)
• Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA)
Responsibilities • Gather and analyze data including reviewing systems requirements to write test plans and scripts and then track defects and facilitate their resolution.
• Analyze, design, test, and deliver manual testing solutions for business areas and implement comprehensive software quality assurance strategies.
• Develop manual testing scenarios/user acceptance criteria by understanding business drivers and then analyzing and reviewing requirement specifications and/or user stories.
• Develop, review, and execute manual test plans, test scripts, and test data to ensure application products and services meet the business needs, quality standards, and end-user/non-functional requirements (i.e., environments and user interfaces).
• Document, track, and resolve software defects or issues in collaboration with the Product Delivery Team.
• Testing experience in Salesforce, Java, Mainframe, Mobile and Reports testing.