ADA Web Accessibility Specialist

Overview

ADA Web Accessibility Specialist — Atlanta, GA — 8-12+ Months

• Lead all testing and audit activities using manual and automated accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies.
• Conduct accessibility testing using a combination of automated tools and manual testing (including testing with assistive technologies) to evaluate conformance to WCAG and other applicable standards and regulatory requirements.
• Create, document, and manage test plans, test cases, and scripts across multiple projects based on software requirements and design documents.
• Conduct functional, end-to-end, and regression testing of applications to ensure functionality, reliability, and quality.
• Create and maintain test scripts, standards, guidelines, and playbooks for accessibility testing and development best practices.
• Document and report defects, issues, and areas of improvement, and manage and prioritize critical ADA defects.
• Collaborate with Business Analysts and Clients to understand requirements and provide feedback.
• Act as a subject matter expert for testing web and mobile applications for accessibility.
• Participate in system designs, support, and foster usability testing and research for accessibility. Provide ad-hoc, project-based team training for ADA awareness, implement solutions, and foster innovation through accessibility.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, MIS, Engineering, or related fields.
• 7+ years of experience as a Quality Analyst with demonstrated knowledge of quality assurance methodology and practices.
• Hands-on experience with automated test tools and test management tools like Jira or Git Lab.
• In-depth, working knowledge of ADA tools and standards for accessibility testing (i.e., WAVE, JAWS, axe, ANDI, and other automated tools or applications).
• 5+ years of experience in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) methodologies to ensure digital products adhere to enterprise conformance levels (WCAG 2.0, 2.1 level AA) within agile projects.
• Ability to provide solutions for testers and development teams by applying best practices. Ability to provide direction and lead QA testers.
• Ability to effectively utilize assistive technologies such as JAWS, NVDA, Voice Over, Talk Back, and other manual and automated testing tools across multiple devices, browsers, and operating systems.
• Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA) or Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) certification.
• Working knowledge of HTML5 and CSS.

Note:

While the intent may be a long-term tenure, this position is subject to annual budget restrictions. The initial contract is through the end of this fiscal year and is anticipated to be renewed July 1st.