Accessibility Tester with WCAG

Virtusa; Chennai District; On-site; INR 850,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtusa in Chennai is seeking a Software Development Specialist focused on Usability Testing and accessibility. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with WCAG 2.1/2.2 and screen readers, and can ensure products are user-friendly and compliant.

The role involves collaboration across teams, conducting usability and functional testing, and supporting banking applications. 4+ years of experience and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficient in usability testing methodologies and accessibility evaluation.
• Strong knowledge of WCAG 2.1/2.2 standards and conformance.
• Hands-on experience with screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, AIRA).
• Proficient in semantic HTML and mobile accessibility practices.
• Experience in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and functional testing.
• Banking domain exposure is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct usability testing to assess accessibility and user experience.
• Ensure WCAG 2.1/2.2 compliant across SDLC.
• Use screen readers to evaluate and improve accessibility.
• Apply semantic HTML practices to enhance accessibility.
• Assess mobile accessibility and optimize for devices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate accessibility features.
• Stay updated on accessibility requirements and best practices.
• Participate in UAT and functional testing of banking apps.

Skills

Usability Testing

WCAG 2.1/2.2

Screen Readers

Semantic HTML

UAT & Functional Testing

Banking Experience

Communication Skills

Job description

Accessibility Testing

Location : Chennai

Years of Experience 4 + Years

Shift timing : 2 PM to 11 PM

Work Mode : 3 Days Office

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Software Development Specialist with a strong emphasis on Usability Testing. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of accessibility standards, particularly WCAG 2.1 and 2.2, and hands-on experience with various screen readers. This role requires a proactive individual who can ensure our software products are user‑friendly and compliant with accessibility guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct usability testing to evaluate the accessibility and user experience of software applications.
• Ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 and 2.2 standards throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Utilize screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, AIRA) to assess and improve application accessibility.
• Implement semantic HTML practices to enhance web accessibility.
• Evaluate mobile accessibility and ensure applications are optimized for mobile devices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate accessibility features into software products.
• Maintain awareness of compliance requirements and best practices in accessibility.
• Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and functional testing of banking applications.

Mandatory Skills

• Strong knowledge of Usability Testing.
• Mastery of WCAG 2.1 and 2.2 accessibility standards.
• Hands‑on experience with screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, AIRA).
• Proficient in semantic HTML and mobile accessibility.
• Experience in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and functional testing.
• Banking experience is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills