Accessibility Tester

We are seeking an experienced Accessibility Test Lead to join our financial services client on a daily rate contract. This role is based in Dublin with a hybrid working model. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring that web and mobile applications are fully accessible to users with disabilities, adhering to WCAG standards and other relevant accessibility guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct accessibility testing for web and mobile applications to ensure compliance with WCAG and other accessibility standards.

• Evaluate mobile apps, websites, and applications to identify accessibility issues using automated tools (e.g., BrowserStack, Evinced, JAWS, TalkOver) and manual testing techniques.

• Document and report accessibility issues, providing clear and detailed descriptions of problems and their locations.

• Collaborate with development teams to resolve accessibility issues and improve digital accessibility.

• Conduct usability testing with individuals with disabilities to gather qualitative data and insights.

• Stay updated on accessibility legislation, best practices, and emerging technologies.

• Lead accessibility testing projects within the online or mobile banking domain.

• Create and maintain comprehensive reports on the accessibility status of tested products.

• Provide recommendations and solutions to enhance the accessibility of digital content.

Required Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of experience in Accessibility Testing for web and mobile applications.

• Strong familiarity with WCAG standards and conducting accessibility audits.

• Extensive knowledge of assistive technologies (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver).

• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and WAI-ARIA techniques.

• Experience with automated accessibility testing tools (e.g., BrowserStack, Evinced, JAWS, TalkOver).

• Deep understanding of accessibility non-functional requirements (NFRs).

• Prior experience in the banking sector and leading accessibility testing projects for online or mobile banking.

• Ability to work independently and manage accessibility testing initiatives.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.