Intermediate 508 Tester

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Execute both manual and automated accessibility evaluations for websites, web applications, electronic documents, forms, multimedia content, and software applications.

• Assess ICT products in accordance with Section 508 and WCAG AA guidelines.

• Conduct keyboard navigation, screen reader, color contrast, and usability assessments.

• Validate the outcomes of automated scans and pinpoint accessibility issues.

• Document observations and assist in the creation of conformance reports.

• Aid in testing calibration activities and quality assurance reviews.

• Monitor persistent accessibility problems and assist in analyzing trends.

• Help developers, content creators, and business users comprehend accessibility findings.

• Support the verification of remediation testing.

• Offer suggestions for addressing common accessibility challenges.

• Engage in accessibility review cycles and subsequent testing.

• Assist in the intake and tracking of accessibility service requests.

• Address customer inquiries related to accessibility compliance.

• Update service trackers, ticketing systems, and knowledge databases.

• Provide assistance with accessibility training and awareness programs.

• Maintain testing documentation, trackers, and records.

• Contribute to the collection and reporting of KPI data.

• Participate in initiatives aimed at process enhancement.

• Assist in the development of accessibility guidance and operational documentation.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Human Factors, or a related discipline.

• Over 3 years of experience in accessibility testing.

• More than 2 years of experience working with Section 508 and WCAG standards.

• Proficient in testing websites, web applications, or electronic documents.

• Familiarity with automated accessibility testing tools.

• Solid understanding of Section 508 Standards, WCAG 2.1 AA, PDF Accessibility, Microsoft Office Accessibility, HTML, and web technologies.

• Experience using accessibility testing tools such as Axe, WAVE, Accessibility Insights, JAWS, or NVDA.

• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication abilities.

• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Capability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

• Preferred: Trusted Tester Certification or IAAP CPACC certification.

• Preferred: Experience in supporting a federal government program.

• Preferred: Experience with accessibility testing in SharePoint and Microsoft 365.

• Preferred: Familiarity with accessibility remediation strategies.

• Preferred: Knowledge of accessibility reporting, defect tracking, and quality assurance processes.

• Preferred: Experience in supporting accessibility helpdesk or customer service functions.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Matching 401K and profit-sharing plans.

• Paid time off.

• Dedicated training time for personal development.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Employer-sponsored life insurance.

• Employer-funded short and long-term disability insurance.

• Education assistance program with potential merit increases for acquiring work-related certifications.

• Employee recognition initiatives.

• Referral bonus programs.

• Spot bonuses.

• Additional benefits designed to provide financial security for employees and their families.