We are seeking a Senior Accessibility Tester to join our team to ensure the highest quality assurance of our products through meticulous testing and reporting.

In this pivotal role, you will manage the backlog of testing requests, perform accessibility testing, and collaborate with various teams to enhance the product development lifecycle. You will also take on leadership responsibilities by mentoring junior testers and influencing testing decisions. This position requires a deep understanding of accessibility standards, proficiency in assistive technologies, and a strong ability to communicate effectively within a team.

Assistive Technology users strongly encouraged to apply.

We accept CVs in English only.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the end-to-end quality assurance of a large product portfolio
• Collaborate and communicate closely with key stakeholders in Design, Product Management, and Product Engineering
• Guarantee on-time completion, precision, and alignment with expectations for all testing requests under the guidance of the Testing Lead
• Act as a thought leader in accessibility testing by making informed recommendations
• Mentor junior accessibility testers
• Develop and oversee the implementation of test plans, scripts, and other documentation
• Partner with the Accessibility Test Lead to develop and execute training plans for the testing team
• Perform quality audits and advise on minimizing quality errors
• Demonstrate proficiency in handling products of high complexity independently
• Foster a positive, supportive team environment that encourages collaboration and innovation
• Ensure adherence to the client's accessibility policy and guidelines
• Stay updated on evolving accessibility standards and industry trends
• Continuously develop personal skills and knowledge in the field of accessibility testing

Requirements

• BA/BS in information science, information design, computer science, related field, or equivalent industry experience
• 5+ years of testing experience in software development, web development, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in an accessibility-related field
• Understanding of WCAG 2.1 (AA) guidelines
• Expert level understanding of assistive technologies and accessibility-related software including JAWS®, NVDA, and automated testing tools
• Knowledge of Azure DevOps (ADO) or similar for logging and tracking bugs
• Demonstrated success facilitating testing efforts across multi-disciplinary teams
• Demonstrated success creating test plans and scripts
• Ability to influence and define process
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience interfacing with high-level stakeholders
• Strong ability to influence and effectively deal with ambiguous situations and make decisions
• Fluent English communication skills at a B2+ level

Nice to have

• Advanced certifications in accessibility
• Multilingual capabilities to support global products

We offer

• Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally
• Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family
• Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses
• Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone
• Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us
• Professional Growth Opportunities - We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally
• Stock Option Purchase Plan - As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization
• Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways
• Community Benefit - You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams!

Please note that even though you are applying for this position, you may be offered other projects to join within EPAM.

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.