Accessibility Tester

Lead Accessibility Test Engineer

Daily rate contract

Hybrid based in Dublin

The Lead Accessibility Test Engineer will serve as a subject matter expert, providing strategic direction and technical leadership in accessibility testing. This role encompasses developing and executing comprehensive testing strategies, fostering a culture of accessibility and collaborating with cross-functional teams to embed accessibility principles throughout the product development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement robust accessibility testing strategies and execution plans for web and mobile applications.
• Lead and perform comprehensive manual and automated accessibility evaluations, employing industry-standard tools and methodologies.
• Conduct thorough accessibility audits and generate reports.
• Define and maintain accessibility testing standards and best practices.
• Deep understanding of evolving accessibility guidelines, including WCAG.
• Collaborate effectively with developers, designers, product managers and other stakeholders to seamlessly integrate accessibility into the development process.
• Champion accessibility advocacy and promote a culture of inclusivity throughout the organisation.
• Partner with user research teams to facilitate user testing with individuals with disabilities.
• Contribute to the ongoing professional development of team members through knowledge sharing and training.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven leadership experience in driving accessibility testing initiatives.
• Comprehensive understanding of WCAG 2.1 (or later) and other relevant accessibility standards.
• Proficiency in using industry-standard accessibility testing tools, including axe DevTools, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver.
• Experience developing and implementing automated accessibility testing frameworks.
• Experience in mobile accessibility testing across iOS and Android platforms.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand code.

No sponsorship, must be based in Ireland