Test Specialist - Accessibility Testing and Python

Test Specialist - Accessibility Testing and Python

Chicago, Illinois

The Test specialist will be responsible for overseeing accessibility testing. Will review deliverables and provide SME session / office hours for team and customers.

• Perform accessibility testing on digital products and applications to ensure compliance with accessibility standards and guidelines.
• Collaborate with developers and designers to implement accessibility features and fixes.
• Create and execute test cases, test plans, and test scripts for software testing.
• Analyze test results, debug issues, and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Stay updated on accessibility best practices and software testing methodologies.

• Proficiency in accessibility testing tools and techniques.
• Solid experience in accessibility testing and strong knowledge of assistive technologies like jaws, nvda, talkback, voiceover etc.
• Solid understanding of software testing concepts and methodologies.
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and report accessibility issues effectively.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross functional teams.
• Detail oriented approach with a focus on delivering high-quality results.
• Familiarity with web accessibility standards such as WCAG and Section 508.

A candidate's pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program;

401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.