Digital Accessibility Tester

This is a remote position.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Digital Accessibility Tester to help ensure that our digital products and services are inclusive and accessible to users of all ages and abilities. In this role, you’ll work cross-functionally with designers, developers, and stakeholders to support accessibility initiatives, assess compliance with accessibility standards, and contribute to the creation of user-friendly, barrier-free experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct accessibility assessments and audits using a combination of automated tools and manual testing.

• Support efforts to conform with WCAG 2.2 AA standards and other accessibility regulations.

• Collaborate with design and development teams to ensure accessibility is built into all phases of the product lifecycle.

• Outline actionable remediations for development teams to address accessibility issues.

• Provide accessibility annotations in design tools like Figma.

• Document test findings and present accessibility reports and recommendations to internal teams and clients.

• Assist in developing internal accessibility strategies, standards, and training materials.

• Stay updated on the latest accessibility regulations, tools, and best practices.

• Engage with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to promote inclusive design and development practices.

• Contribute to the creation of accessible templates, documentation, and resources for internal use.

Who You Are:

• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written English skills.

• Analytical and detail-oriented, with a proactive problem-solving mindset.

• Passionate about digital inclusion and accessibility.

• Able to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

• Comfortable providing feedback and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in digital accessibility or a related role.

• 1+ years of experience with CMS-based web development.

• Strong knowledge of WCAG 2.2 AA and accessibility compliance requirements.

• Hands-on experience with assistive technologies (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver).

• Familiarity with automated accessibility testing tools (e.g., Deque, Siteimprove, UsableNet).

• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and ability to inspect and analyze source code; experience with JavaScript is a plus.

• Experience with accessibility annotations in Figma or similar design tools.

• Previous experience working within cross-functional teams or digital agencies is a plus.

• Relevant accessibility certifications (CPACC, WAS, etc.) are advantageous.

• Familiarity with tools such as Airtable, Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office.

Nice to Have:

• Experience delivering client presentations and accessibility training.

• Background in UX, content strategy, or front-end development.

• Experience supporting enterprise or government digital projects.

• HMO Coverage for eligible locations
• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Steady freelance job

Originally posted on Himalayas