Accessibility Web Forms Tester Job at Skywalk Global in Atlanta

Overview

Testing forms for accessibility, identifying issues, and providing remediation recommendations. Strong understanding of web accessibility principles and experience in identifying and documenting accessibility issues, particularly those affecting interactive form elements.

Candidate MUST be local to Metro Atlanta. Tax Clearance Letter due at the time of submission (please review compliance tab for instructions on how the candidate must obtain this letter).

This role is essential in ensuring equal access to digital forms and improving usability for individuals with disabilities. If you are passionate about accessibility and compliance, we encourage you to apply.

Position Details

• Forms Tester #1: start on or around 11/01/25; end on 04/30/2026. Part-time, 4 hours/day for 6 months.
• Forms Tester #2: start on or around 12/01/2025; end on 04/30/2026. Part-time, 4 hours/day for 5 months.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review and test web forms across various browsers and devices for compliance with WCAG 2.1/2.2 (Levels A and AA).
• Use assistive technologies (e.g., screen readers like NVDA, JAWS, or VoiceOver and Adobe Acrobat) to test form accessibility.
• Identify issues related to keyboard navigation, focus order, label associations, ARIA usage, color contrast, and error handling in forms.
• Document and report accessibility defects clearly, referencing specific WCAG success criteria, including severity and potential solutions.
• Provide clear and actionable recommendations for remediating accessibility issues.
• Stay updated on accessibility laws, standards, and evolving best practices.
• Document issues: create detailed bug reports that explain defects, impact on users, and WCAG references.
• Evaluate code: basic understanding of JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and ARIA attributes as they relate to accessible forms.
• Validate fixes: retest defects after remediation to verify accessibility issues are resolved.
• Test to ensure business logic works as expected to verify nothing changed during remediation.
• Work with the Department of Revenue Taxpayer Services Division (TSD) team to address accessibility concerns and integrate accessibility into the form design process.

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience testing and/or guiding on forms and documents to ensure ADA, 508 Regulations, and WCAG compliance.
• Familiarity with WCAG 2.1/2.2 guidelines, including relevant success criteria for form elements (e.g., 1.3.1, 3.3.1, 3.3.4, 4.1.2).
• Proficiency with accessibility testing tools (e.g., Axe, WAVE, Lighthouse, ANDI, Color Contrast Analyzer).
• Hands-on experience with screen readers and keyboard-only navigation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to document technical findings clearly.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Must be able to evaluate code, specifically JavaScript (basic understanding).
• Basic understanding of JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and ARIA attributes as they relate to accessible forms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) certification from IAAP (WAS) – highly desired.
• IAAP Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) certification – plus.
• Knowledge of legal accessibility requirements (ADA, 508, EN 301 549) – highly desired.
• Experience working in government compliance – highly desired.

Other Information

• DOR will conduct a background check on all candidates; individuals must be compliant with Georgia tax obligations. Overdue/unpaid taxes or felony convictions may disqualify.
• All employees will be fingerprinted.