Accessibility Test Analyst

HT Recruit Career Page; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking an Accessibility Test Analyst to ensure digital assets are accessible for all users. This role involves conducting automated and manual accessibility testing, collaborating with teams to comply with accessibility standards, and documenting issues. Successful candidates will have strong skills in both manual and automated testing tools, ensuring an inclusive digital experience.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in accessibility testing.
• Proficient in tools like Axe and WAVE.
• Strong documentation and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed accessibility audits using tools and manual methods.
• Test using assistive technologies like screen readers.
• Document accessibility issues and offer remediation suggestions.

Skills

Accessibility Testing

Assistive Technology

Documentation

Communication

Tools

Axe

WAVE

Siteimprove

Pa11y

Lighthouse CI

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Job Description:
We are looking for a Accessibility Test Analyst to conduct both automated and manual accessibility testing of digital assets. This role plays a critical part in identifying barriers and contributing to accessible experiences for all users.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed accessibility audits using both automated tools and manual methods.
• Test using assistive technologies like screen readers and voice recognition tools.
• Document accessibility issues, their severity, and offer remediation suggestions.
• Work alongside developers, designers, and the test lead to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.2 AA.
• Support in retesting post-remediation.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience in accessibility testing and assistive technology usage.
• Proficiency in tools such as Axe, WAVE, Siteimprove, Pa11y, Lighthouse CI.
• Manual testing skills including keyboard-only and screen reader navigation.
• Experience using NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, and Dragon NaturallySpeaking.
• Understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2 AA).

Strong documentation and communication abilities