Accessibility QA Lead (Remote-Dubai)

RELQ TECHNOLOGIES LLC; Dubai; Remote; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Dubai is seeking a QA Lead for Accessibility to oversee testing efforts for compliance with 508c standards. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in QA, especially in accessibility, and lead a team dedicated to ensuring digital products meet regulatory requirements. If you have a strong background in accessibility compliance for web and mobile platforms, this long-term remote role offers a chance to drive quality improvements and mentor other professionals.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience needed.
• 5 years in QA with at least 2 years as a lead.
• Understanding of Section 508 and WCAG 2.1/2.2.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA for accessibility compliance across web and mobile applications.
• Manage VPAT documentation for multiple products.
• Train and mentor the QA team on accessibility testing.

Skills

Accessibility testing practices

Leadership capabilities

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

JAWS

NVDA

VoiceOver

Axe

Lighthouse

WAVE

Selenium

Cypress

Job description

Job Title: QA Lead Accessibility (508c) (Remote - Dubai)
Location: Remote Dubai
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 teams 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