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Lead Accessibility Test Engineer, Dublin City Centre
Location:
Dublin City Centre, Ireland
Job Category:
Information Technology
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
JN -032025-1977841_1741103769
Job Views:
12
Posted:
04.03.2025
Expiry Date:
18.04.2025
Job Description:
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:
1. Develop and implement robust accessibility testing strategies and execution plans for web and mobile applications.
2. Lead and perform comprehensive manual and automated accessibility evaluations, employing industry-standard tools and methodologies.
3. Conduct thorough accessibility audits and generate detailed, actionable reports.
4. Define and maintain accessibility testing standards and best practices.
5. Possess a deep understanding of evolving accessibility guidelines, standards, and technologies, including WCAG, ARIA, and relevant regulatory requirements.
6. Provide expert consultation and guidance to development, design, and product teams on accessibility best practices.
7. Collaborate effectively with developers, designers, product managers, and other stakeholders to seamlessly integrate accessibility into the development process.
8. Champion accessibility advocacy and promote a culture of inclusivity throughout the organization.
9. Partner with user research teams to facilitate user testing with individuals with disabilities.
10. Contribute to the ongoing professional development of team members through knowledge sharing and training.
Required Qualifications:
1. Minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated experience in accessibility testing.
2. Proven leadership experience in driving accessibility testing initiatives.
3. Comprehensive understanding of WCAG 2.1 (or later) and other relevant accessibility standards.
4. Proficiency in using industry-standard accessibility testing tools, including axe DevTools, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver.
5. Experience developing and implementing automated accessibility testing frameworks.
6. Proficiency in using bug tracking and test management systems, such as Jira or Azure DevOps.
7. Experience in mobile accessibility testing across iOS and Android platforms.
8. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
9. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
10. Ability to read and understand code.
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