QA Lead
Virtusa • Andhra Pradesh, India
Role & seniority: Accessibility Testing QA Lead with 10+ years of QA experience; minimum 5 years focused on accessibility; lead/mentoring responsibilities.
Stack/tools: Android, iOS, Web accessibility testing; assistive technologies (Screen readers: NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver; TalkBack; Accessibility Scanner); ADB; GAR/EAA guidelines; platform-specific accessibility standards (Android, iOS); Agile methodologies; defect tracking and test planning.
Top 3 responsibilities
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Create comprehensive accessibility test plans and execution strategies; lead cross-platform accessibility testing efforts.
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Track accessibility issues, perform root-cause analysis, and coordinate timely remediation; verify fixes across Android, iOS, and Web.
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Mentor QA team on accessibility best practices; participate in release cycles and validate last-minute fixes and feature sign-offs.
Must-have skills
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Deep knowledge of accessibility standards (EAA, GAR) and platform guidelines (Android, iOS) and manual testing across Android, iOS, and Web.
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Hands-on testing with assistive technologies (screen readers) and native accessibility tools (TalkBack, VoiceOver, Accessibility Scanner).
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Strong documentation, defect reporting with steps, screenshots, severity; experience with Agile processes; use of ADB for Android testing.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience leading accessibility-focused regression testing; familiarity with GAR guidelines; advanced root-cause analysis and process improvement
Full Description
Job Title: Accessibility Lead - QA
We are seeking an experienced Accessibility Testing QA Lead to drive accessibility compliance across our Android, iOS, and Web applications. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in accessibility standards, hands-on experience testing multi-platform applications, and the ability to guide teams toward delivering inclusive, compliant products.
GAR regression testing across Android, iOS, and Web platforms.
Perform accessibility testing on web application using assistive technologies like screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, Voiceover)
Perform manual and accessibility testing on web and mobile app
Ensure compliance with EAA, GAR guidelines, and platform-specific accessibility standards (Android Accessibility, iOS Voice Over guidelines).
Document accessibility issues clearly with steps to reproduce, screenshot and severity
Create comprehensive accessibility test plans and execution strategies.
Track accessibility issues, drive root-cause analysis, and ensure timely remediation.
Mentor and guide QA team members on accessibility testing best practices.
Understanding of Agile methodologies & processes
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-tasking.
Utilize ADB (Android Debug Bridge) for debugging and testing Android applications.
Verify bug fixes and new features across platforms, ensuring all changes function as intended.
Update test results, ensuring transparency in the quality process.
Actively participate in release cycles, including testing of last-minute fixes, feature sign-offs, and final quality checks.
Follow up on critical defects, coordinating with developers to expedite resolution.
Work with the team to improve testing processes, optimize test case coverage
10+ years of QA experience with at least 5 years focused on accessibility testing.
Experience in accessibility & manual testing across Android, iOS, and web platforms. Basic understanding Accessibility guidelines and accessibility standards Strong hands-on testing experience in: Android apps (TalkBack, Accessibility Scanner) iOS app Show more Show less