Accessibility / QA Specialist
Fully Remote - US
Accessibility / QA Specialist
Full Time • Fully Remote - US
Accessibility / QA Specialist
Work Authorization: US Citizen
Location: : Remote
Work Authorization: US Citizen
Location: : Remote
Position Summary
Serves as the accessibility compliance and quality assurance lead responsible for accessibility audits, remediation validation, usability testing, quality reviews, and WCAG compliance activities. Ensures all deliverables meet accessibility and quality standards. Accessibility is identified as a core operational requirement under the RFP.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Conduct accessibility audits and compliance assessments.
- Perform manual and automated accessibility testing.
- Validate compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards and readiness for WCAG 2.2.
- Review websites for keyboard accessibility and screen-reader compatibility.
- Assess semantic HTML, ARIA implementation, and form accessibility.
- Validate color contrast and visual accessibility requirements.
- Identify accessibility defects and recommend remediation actions.
- Perform functional, regression, and usability testing.
- Develop QA test plans, scripts, and defect reports.
- Verify remediation activities and conduct compliance re-testing.
- Support accessibility-focused quality assurance processes.
- Provide accessibility guidance during development and redesign efforts.
Professional Experience
- 5+ years of accessibility testing and QA experience.
- Experience with WCAG 2.1 AA compliance assessments.
- Experience using tools such as Axe, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, and Lighthouse.
- Experience conducting manual accessibility evaluations.
- Experience testing WordPress websites and web applications.
- Knowledge of Section 508 and public-sector accessibility requirements.
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Quality Assurance, Accessibility Studies, or related field.
Preferred Certifications
- IAAP Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC).
- IAAP Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS).
- ISTQB Certified Tester.
- Section 508 Accessibility Training Certifications.
This is a remote position.
Mission Statement
Softthink Solutions’ mission is to drive continuous innovation in IT services by prioritizing product development and implementing trustworthy computing practices. Our focus on secure and reliable product delivery is backed by sound business practices and a commitment to the long-term satisfaction of our clients in every project, regardless of its size or complexity.
Through our innovative solutions and dedicated team of experts, we strive to exceed our clients’ expectations and set the standard for excellence in the IT industry.
Vision Statement
At Softthink Solutions, our vision is to be a trusted partner for our clients, empowering them to bring their ideas to life in the most efficient and effective manner possible. We are committed to using established best practices, industry-standard processes, and cutting-edge technology to deliver top-notch solutions that exceed expectations.
Our goal is to be recognized as leaders in the industry for our innovative, reliable, and secure IT services and solutions, and to drive the success of our clients through every project we undertake.
Careers
STSI is an independent US-based Software services and consulting partner with a primary focus on long-term relationships with both clients and team members.
STSI offers team members cutting-edge technology, training, and career guidance to expand and grow their skill sets and bring maximum value to our clients.
STSI is constantly reviewing and expanding its people strength and strives to optimally match client needs to team member talents. We are a people-oriented company seeking the best and brightest to join our team. We work with a variety of employment statuses – from citizens to permanent residents to H1B and EAD immigrants. We have openings for entry level as well as senior positions across a variety of specializations with active in-house and client projects.
In an industry that’s constantly reinventing itself, STSI challenges its team members and consultants with engagements that involve specialized services and advanced IT solutions – applying agile development principles, methodical planning, creative thinking, and continuous learning. A dynamic environment keeps our team members ahead of the curve by providing:
In an industry that’s constantly reinventing itself, STSI challenges its team members and consultants with engagements that involve specialized services and advanced IT solutions – applying agile development principles, methodical planning, creative thinking, and continuous learning. A dynamic environment keeps our team members ahead of the curve by providing:
- Opportunities to work with leading multinational clients.
- A comprehensive portfolio of solutions that span leading-edge technologies from Enterprise Architecture to Business Intelligence to Quality Assurance
- Established methodologies, processes, and mentoring to maximize efficacy and efficiency.
- A growing R&D division continually exploring and pioneering the latest technological developments in a variety of disciplines.
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