QA Lead - Accessibility (508c) - (Remote-India)

Job Title: QA Lead Accessibility (508c) India Remote
Location: Remote India

12+ years experience needed

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced QA Lead with a strong background in 508c accessibility compliance for both web and mobile platforms. The ideal candidate will lead a team of QA professionals, review testing efforts for compliance and functionality, and maintain VPAT documentation across multiple digital products.

This role requires a meticulous attention to detail, leadership capabilities, and in-depth knowledge of accessibility standards and testing methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead QA efforts for accessibility compliance across web and mobile applications


• Ensure testing aligns with Section 508c standards and WCAG 2.1/2.2 guidelines


• Review the QA team s test plans, scripts, execution, and reports for quality and completeness


• Create, manage, and maintain VPAT (Voluntary Product Accessibility Template) documents for multiple products


• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and developers to identify and remediate accessibility issues


• Use accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, Axe, WAVE)


• Train and mentor the QA team on accessibility testing practices


• Drive continuous improvement in QA processes, tools, and coverage


• Participate in sprint planning, retrospectives, and Agile ceremonies

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of QA experience, with at least 2 years in a QA Lead or senior role


• Strong understanding of Section 508, WCAG 2.1/2.2, and accessibility testing practices


• Hands-on experience testing both web and mobile platforms for accessibility compliance


• Experience with VPAT documentation and regulatory compliance reporting


• Familiarity with testing tools such as Axe, Lighthouse, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver


• Excellent communication and documentation skills


• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple testing initiatives across different products


• Proactive, detail-oriented, and quality-focused mindset

Nice to Have

• ISTQB or Certified Accessibility Tester (CPACC or WAS) certification


• Experience with automation tools like Selenium or Cypress


• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments


• Familiarity with Jira, TestRail, or similar test management tools