QA Lead â Accessibility (508c) â (Remote-India)
QA Lead â Accessibility (508c) â (Remote-India)
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Job Title: QA Lead Accessibility (508c) India Remote
Location: Remote India
Long term
12 years experience needed
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced QA Lead with a strong background in 508c accessibility compliance for both web and mobile platforms. The ideal candidate will lead a team of QA professionals review testing efforts for compliance and functionality and maintain VPAT documentation across multiple digital products.
This role requires a meticulous attention to detail leadership capabilities and in-depth knowledge of accessibility standards and testing methodologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead QA efforts for accessibility compliance across web and mobile applications
- Ensure testing aligns with Section 508c standards and WCAG 2.1/2.2 guidelines
- Review the QA team s test plans scripts execution and reports for quality and completeness
- Create manage and maintain VPAT (Voluntary Product Accessibility Template) documents for multiple products
- Collaborate with product managers designers and developers to identify and remediate accessibility issues
- Use accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies (e.g. JAWS NVDA VoiceOver Axe WAVE)
- Train and mentor the QA team on accessibility testing practices
- Drive continuous improvement in QA processes tools and coverage
- Participate in sprint planning retrospectives and Agile ceremonies
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 5 years of QA experience with at least 2 years in a QA Lead or senior role
- Strong understanding of Section 508 WCAG 2.1/2.2 and accessibility testing practices
- Hands-on experience testing both web and mobile platforms for accessibility compliance
- Experience with VPAT documentation and regulatory compliance reporting
- Familiarity with testing tools such as Axe Lighthouse WAVE JAWS NVDA and VoiceOver
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple testing initiatives across different products
- Proactive detail-oriented and quality-focused mindset
Nice to Have
- ISTQB or Certified Accessibility Tester (CPACC or WAS) certification
- Experience with automation tools like Selenium or Cypress
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
- Familiarity with Jira TestRail or similar test management tools
Employment Type
Full Time
