GA DHS Sr Quality Analyst & Accessibility Specialist
Apply NowCompany: RICEFW Technologies, Inc.
Location: Atlanta, GA 30349
Description:
The Georgia Department of Human Services, Office of InformationTechnology (OIT) is seeking a qualified candidate for the Sr. Quality Analyst/Accessibilitytester position to join the agency based in Atlanta, Georgia.
Dutiesand Responsibilities
As a Web Accessibility Specialist, you will leadall testing and audit activities using manual and automated accessibilitytesting tools and assistive technologies.
Conduct accessibility testing using acombination of automated tools and manual testing (including testing withassistive technologies) to evaluate the level of conformance to the Web ContentAccessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and other applicable standards and regulatoryrequirements.
Create, document, and manage test plans, testcases, and scripts across multiple projects based on software requirements anddesign documents.
Conductfunctional, end-to-end, and regression testing of applications to ensurefunctionality, reliability, and quality.
Create and maintain test scripts, standards,guidelines, and playbooks for accessibility testing and development bestpractices.
Document and report defects, issues, and areasof improvement as well as manage and prioritize critical ADA defects.
Collaborate with Business Analysts and Clientsto understand requirements and provide feedback.
Act as a subject matter expert for testing web andmobile applications for accessibility.
Participate in system designs, Support, andfoster usability testing and research for accessibility. Provide ad-hoc, project-basedteam training for ADA awareness, implement solutions, and foster innovationthrough accessibility.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, MIS,Engineering, or related fields.
7+ years of experience as a Quality Analyst withdemonstrated knowledge of quality assurance methodology and practices.
Hands-on experience with automated test toolsand test management tools like Jira or GitLab.
In-depth, working knowledge of ADA tools andstandards for accessibility testing (i.e., WAVE, JAWS, axe, ANDI, and otherautomated tools or applications).
5+ years of experience in User AcceptanceTesting (UAT) methodologies to ensure digital products adhere to enterpriseconformance levels (WCAG 2.0, 2.1 level AA) within agile projects.
Ability to provide solutions for testers anddevelopment teams by applying best practices. Ability to provide direction andlead QA testers.
Ability to effectively utilize assistivetechnologies such as JAWS, NVDA, Voiceover, TalkBack, and other manual andautomated testing tools across multiple devices, browsers, and operatingsystems.
Certified Professional in Web Accessibility(CPWA) or Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) certification.
Working knowledge of HTML5 and CSS.
Required/Desired Skills
SkillRequired /DesiredAmountof ExperienceBachelor's degree in computer science, IT, MIS, Engineering, or related fields.Required0Experience as a Quality Analyst with demonstrated knowledge of quality assurance methodology and practices.Required7YearsHands-on experience with automated test tools and test management tools like Jira or GitLab.Required0In-depth, working knowledge of ADA tools and standards for accessibility testing (i.e., WAVE, JAWS, axe, ANDI).Highly desired0User Acceptance Testing methodologies to ensure digital products adhere to enterprise conformance levels (WCAG 2.0, 2.1 level AA) in agile projects.Required5YearsAbility to provide solutions for testers and development teams by applying best practices. Highly desired0Ability to provide direction and lead QA testers.Required0Ability to effectively utilize assistive technologies such as JAWS, NVDA, Voiceover, TalkBack, and other manual and automated testing tools.Desired0Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA) or Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) certification. (MUST UPLOAD CERTIFICATION)Required0Working knowledge of HTML5 and CSS.Required0
Questions
No.QuestionQuestion1Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by CAI management in advance and contact information must be provided to CAI so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you accept this requirement?Question2Please list candidate's email address that will be used when submitting E-RTR.Question3Candidate must be paid the rate of NA if selected for engagement therefore the SRP rate cannot exceed NA. Do you accept this requirementQuestion4The maximum mark-up for this engagement's SRP rate is NA%. To be competitive on pricing, a mark-up below the NA% threshold is suggested. Do you agree to propose a mark-up at or below NA%?Question5This assignment is contingent upon customer renewal and availability of adequate funding. Do you accept this requirement?Question6The selected candidate will be expected to start their engagement no later than 2 weeks (10 business days) from the client's selection date. Do you accept this requirement?Question7Remote Work Permitted: Due to COVID-19, the client has agreed to allow the selected candidate to work remotely for the time being. However, the selected candidate must be available to report onsite as directed by the client. Do you accept this requirement?
Dutiesand Responsibilities
As a Web Accessibility Specialist, you will leadall testing and audit activities using manual and automated accessibilitytesting tools and assistive technologies.
Conduct accessibility testing using acombination of automated tools and manual testing (including testing withassistive technologies) to evaluate the level of conformance to the Web ContentAccessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and other applicable standards and regulatoryrequirements.
Create, document, and manage test plans, testcases, and scripts across multiple projects based on software requirements anddesign documents.
Conductfunctional, end-to-end, and regression testing of applications to ensurefunctionality, reliability, and quality.
Create and maintain test scripts, standards,guidelines, and playbooks for accessibility testing and development bestpractices.
Document and report defects, issues, and areasof improvement as well as manage and prioritize critical ADA defects.
Collaborate with Business Analysts and Clientsto understand requirements and provide feedback.
Act as a subject matter expert for testing web andmobile applications for accessibility.
Participate in system designs, Support, andfoster usability testing and research for accessibility. Provide ad-hoc, project-basedteam training for ADA awareness, implement solutions, and foster innovationthrough accessibility.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, MIS,Engineering, or related fields.
7+ years of experience as a Quality Analyst withdemonstrated knowledge of quality assurance methodology and practices.
Hands-on experience with automated test toolsand test management tools like Jira or GitLab.
In-depth, working knowledge of ADA tools andstandards for accessibility testing (i.e., WAVE, JAWS, axe, ANDI, and otherautomated tools or applications).
5+ years of experience in User AcceptanceTesting (UAT) methodologies to ensure digital products adhere to enterpriseconformance levels (WCAG 2.0, 2.1 level AA) within agile projects.
Ability to provide solutions for testers anddevelopment teams by applying best practices. Ability to provide direction andlead QA testers.
Ability to effectively utilize assistivetechnologies such as JAWS, NVDA, Voiceover, TalkBack, and other manual andautomated testing tools across multiple devices, browsers, and operatingsystems.
Certified Professional in Web Accessibility(CPWA) or Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) certification.
Working knowledge of HTML5 and CSS.
Required/Desired Skills
SkillRequired /DesiredAmountof ExperienceBachelor's degree in computer science, IT, MIS, Engineering, or related fields.Required0Experience as a Quality Analyst with demonstrated knowledge of quality assurance methodology and practices.Required7YearsHands-on experience with automated test tools and test management tools like Jira or GitLab.Required0In-depth, working knowledge of ADA tools and standards for accessibility testing (i.e., WAVE, JAWS, axe, ANDI).Highly desired0User Acceptance Testing methodologies to ensure digital products adhere to enterprise conformance levels (WCAG 2.0, 2.1 level AA) in agile projects.Required5YearsAbility to provide solutions for testers and development teams by applying best practices. Highly desired0Ability to provide direction and lead QA testers.Required0Ability to effectively utilize assistive technologies such as JAWS, NVDA, Voiceover, TalkBack, and other manual and automated testing tools.Desired0Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA) or Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) certification. (MUST UPLOAD CERTIFICATION)Required0Working knowledge of HTML5 and CSS.Required0
Questions
No.QuestionQuestion1Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by CAI management in advance and contact information must be provided to CAI so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you accept this requirement?Question2Please list candidate's email address that will be used when submitting E-RTR.Question3Candidate must be paid the rate of NA if selected for engagement therefore the SRP rate cannot exceed NA. Do you accept this requirementQuestion4The maximum mark-up for this engagement's SRP rate is NA%. To be competitive on pricing, a mark-up below the NA% threshold is suggested. Do you agree to propose a mark-up at or below NA%?Question5This assignment is contingent upon customer renewal and availability of adequate funding. Do you accept this requirement?Question6The selected candidate will be expected to start their engagement no later than 2 weeks (10 business days) from the client's selection date. Do you accept this requirement?Question7Remote Work Permitted: Due to COVID-19, the client has agreed to allow the selected candidate to work remotely for the time being. However, the selected candidate must be available to report onsite as directed by the client. Do you accept this requirement?