Accessibility Tester

ALTA IT Services, LLC • Reston, VA, US

1 day ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Senior SDET with extensive experience in UI, Web Services, Accessibility , and Mobile Test Automation . The ideal candidate will work closely with product owners, developers, and QA teams to develop robust, scalable, and high-quality test automation solutions. The position requires hands-on experience with test automation frameworks, modern programming languages, and accessibility testing tools.

This is a hybrid role with on-site presence required as per project needs

Job Details

Job Title : SR.SDET

Location : Reston, VA

Type : Contract

Compensation : $65 / HR

Contractor Work Model : Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

Analyze user stories and acceptance criteria; design and implement in-sprint automated tests for Web / UI, Web Services , and Mobile applications
Develop automation scripts using tools such as Selenium Cucumber SoapUI , and BDD frameworks
Build, maintain, and enhance test automation frameworks aligned with enterprise best practices.
Perform accessibility testing using assistive technologies (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver (iOS), TalkBack (Android)
Apply knowledge of WCAG 2.0 / 2.1 / 2.2 Section 508 , and ADA accessibility standards.
Prepare test plans, test cases, and automated test scripts with defined expected results.
Analyze test results and system behavior to identify and document bugs or performance bottlenecks.
Report and manage defects using JIRA and track them through resolution.
Execute automated test suites and regression tests via CI / CD pipelines using Jenkins
Continuously improve and refactor automation code for efficiency and scalability.
Participate in code reviews, agile ceremonies, and team meetings.
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather test data requirements and validate results.
Stay current with emerging testing tools, trends, and best practices.
Ensure effective communication of test coverage, status, and quality metrics.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Technology

In lieu of a degree

4 additional years of relevant experience

Experience

8–10 years of experience in software development and / or software testing

Minimum 5 years in automated testing and framework development

Required Technical Skills

Strong hands-on experience with :

Selenium Cucumber BDD

Java JavaScript SQL / PL-SQL

Appium for mobile test automation

SoapUI or similar for web services / API testing

Experience with :

Test automation framework design and development

Relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, DB2)

Writing and debugging complex SQL queries

CI / CD tools like Jenkins

Deep understanding of :

Accessibility testing tools (WAVE, AXE, CCA)

WCAG 2.0 / 2.1 / 2.2 508 compliance screen readers , and accessible document testing (PDF, Excel)

Other Skills & Abilities

Proven ability to work independently and within a team

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Agile and Waterfall SDLC experience

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

Exposure to Generative AI in automated testing

Experience in healthcare domain

Knowledge of wireless networks and mobile systems

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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