Govan Systems
You will work across several verticals including health, business, education, transportation, employment, judicial, housing, agriculture and many more. This role demands a deep familiarity with the requirements and processes for complying with current and future accessibility standards as documented in WCAG, ADA, and Section 508. You will also support cross-functional teams who have responsibilities in the application of remediation efforts connected to your testing work. These teams include website administrators, content developers, platform engineers, and digital asset managers. You will be responsible for clearly communicating testing results to stakeholders as needed and be able to intelligently answer questions about your testing processes and results. This role requires strong QA practices, proactive problem-solving, and an ability to meet consistent project deadlines. Your work will help open up access to critical state services and change lives. Main Responsibilities NOTE: This is a testing-heavy role. Manual testing of digital assets is the primary responsibility of this position. Conduct testing of digital products, services, and technologies, to ensure the State can meet the highest standards of accessibility Maintain and organize testing data to allow for focused application of remediation efforts Assist with code review and remediation, helping developers and engineers quickly apply best practice solutions for critical usability issues This role will support the State's enterprise initiative for accessibility optimization. To better understand the needs, we broke down additional responsibilities into seven main areas. Assessment • Audit current State systems and customer-facing assets to find accessibility issues. Assemble and deliver test data to show commonalities as well as unique areas of need • Develop test cases and improve testing protocols, to allow for the deepest discovery of issues • Clearly summarize accessibility findings and provide recommendations for remediation, including code-level and role-based recommendations and solutions • Evaluate new vendor products for compliance with accessibility standards, and help improve the State procurement process for technology and digital services Documentation • Collect and document testing data to allow for clear benchmarking, gap analysis, and risk assessment aligned to platform, service domain, asset type, and customer journey • Support performance scoring, compliance tracking, and analysis reports • Align with State Accessibility leadership to help support the roadmap, vision, and strategy for enterprise accessibility improvements Testing/QA • Execute and iterate manual accessibility testing for all state digital assets, before and after remediation • Integrate testing policies and perform quality checks on audit processes to validate results and support best practices for testing, for both state and vendor work Communication • Clearly communicate testing outcomes and provide expertise to help stakeholders understand results • Keep Accessibility leadership apprised of progress, challenges, and outcomes related to the enterprise testing efforts • Establish and maintain effective relationships across multiple teams to help support accessibility work at the State. Maintaining • Maintain test libraries, testing standards, tool configurations, data repositories, and reporting frameworks to help support the state's ongoing governance of accessibility standards • Mentor internal team members and agency staff on accessibility standards and testing approaches to promote sustainability and skills transfer • Stay on top of the latest changes in WCAG, ADA, and Section 508 standards, and document and apply adjustments to testing practices to accommodate these changes Required Knowledge, Skills, and Ability • Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in the field of Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, Web Development, Library or Informational Science, or Human Computer Interaction • 3+ years of hands-on digital accessibility testing experience, including experience with assistive technologies, WCAG compliance, and manual testing methods • 2+ years of experience on a digital product team, either working as a project owner or individual contributor, working collaboratively with internal and external teams to improve products and services using digital accessibility technologies, policies, and best practices • Strong proficiency in manual testing with assistive tech: NVDA, JAWS, Dragon, Fusion, Deque, Wave, ZoomText, VoiceOver, TalkBack. Also expertise with built-in device features such as speech-to-text, text-to-speech, magnifiers, onscreen keyboards, eye gaze tech, and alternative input devices including keyboards • Strong proficiency in HTML, ARIA, and semantic markup knowledge • Expertise in auditing common and legacy systems and products to find accessibility issues, providing guidance for mitigating issues, and improving accessibility knowledge and practices within internal teams • Demonstrated understanding of user-centered design (UCD) methodologies and how to use testing data to support accessibility design problems • Strong understanding of responsive web design principles, techniques, and frameworks • Experience testing and assessing accessibility issues on internal business processes, including case management and data collection systems • Creative out-of-the box thinking to provide solution-oriented guidance for optimizing digital assets using the latest digital accessibility techniques and tools • Can work both independently and collaboratively to help advance a program's accessibility standards • Experience as a mentor or coach for other product and service testers to promote stronger consistency and standards • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to clearly present data and analysis, as well as the ability to receive feedback on your work • Expert in facilitating the integration of test data to support analysis and remediation processes • Strong ability to create and maintain documentation and best practice testing methodologies across multiple systems and functional areas • Ability to explain technical issues to non-technical stakeholders and communicate their implication on systems, processes, projects, and services. Able to facilitate discussions and solutions Preferred Skills & Qualifications Experience with software like Axe, WebAIM, SiteImprove, and Sitebulb Experience with browser devtools and accessibility extensions: Axe, WAVE, ARC Toolkit • Strong written and oral communication skills, and responsiveness to leadership and stakeholder requests • Strong organizational skills and experience with project tracking software, along with experience in agile processes and project development best practices • Experience in balancing a diverse workload of projects, with varying complexities and unique needs • Excellent time management skills, with an ability to commit and deliver on project goals, timelines, and target dates • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team to reach program goals and meet dynamic business objectives Ability to engage in rigid practices for accessibility testing, while maintaining flexibility for ad-hoc needs • Strong proficiency with MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft Teams, Outlook, and Zoom Other Desired Skills Experience in testing complex systems that use standard technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, jQuery) Experience in accessibility compliance for chatbots and other customer communication tools Experience in accessibility compliance for analog formats like Word, Powerpoint, and print marketing assets Experience with digital forms and documents remediation to meet accessibility standards Experience with Sitecore, Salesforce, Adobe XD, and Jira/Confluence Knowledge of multiple testing, analysis, data visualization tools Desired Certifications One or more of the following: • IAAP certification (CPACC, WAS, etc.) • PMP certification • DHS Trusted Tester certification • Deque University • Section 508 Administrative Considerations The Digital Accessibility Tester will work on a high functioning team within the state's Digital Government group. They will be part of an iterative team using agile sprints. Work will be assigned based on items in the product backlog associated with digital asset Improvements. These tasks may be adjusted, reduced, or expanded as the project progresses through various phases. The contract employee shall be expected to maintain and provide written documentation on any work performed in conjunction with this engagement. The engagement will be for a term of up to 12 months. All work will be performed in eight (8) hour shifts, Monday to Friday, excluding State holidays. If workflow dictates an on-site presence is not needed, consultant may work remotely. Payment will be on a time and material basis and paid only for hours worked. State Agencies are in downtown Hartford and the Greater Hartford area. Local Travel Reimbursement is not provided. Use of State Resources: The contractor will be provided with a virtual desktop environment that will allow the contractor to use their own computer to access and engage with State systems. Security/Privacy Considerations: Information accessible by the contractor may be sensitive, confidential or subject to the Privacy Act and/or HIPAA considerations. Contractor personnel must be familiar with and comply with the provisions of appropriate regulations and/or instructions. Signing of a confidentiality agreement will be required. Daily sign-in to the facility may be required. The contractor employee must always display an access badge while present in state facilities. A background check will be required.
You will work across several verticals including health, business, education, transportation, employment, judicial, housing, agriculture and many more. This role demands a deep familiarity with the requirements and processes for complying with current and future accessibility standards as documented in WCAG, ADA, and Section 508. You will also support cross-functional teams who have responsibilities in the application of remediation efforts connected to your testing work. These teams include website administrators, content developers, platform engineers, and digital asset managers. You will be responsible for clearly communicating testing results to stakeholders as needed and be able to intelligently answer questions about your testing processes and results. This role requires strong QA practices, proactive problem-solving, and an ability to meet consistent project deadlines. Your work will help open up access to critical state services and change lives. Main Responsibilities NOTE: This is a testing-heavy role. Manual testing of digital assets is the primary responsibility of this position. Conduct testing of digital products, services, and technologies, to ensure the State can meet the highest standards of accessibility Maintain and organize testing data to allow for focused application of remediation efforts Assist with code review and remediation, helping developers and engineers quickly apply best practice solutions for critical usability issues This role will support the State's enterprise initiative for accessibility optimization. To better understand the needs, we broke down additional responsibilities into seven main areas. Assessment • Audit current State systems and customer-facing assets to find accessibility issues. Assemble and deliver test data to show commonalities as well as unique areas of need • Develop test cases and improve testing protocols, to allow for the deepest discovery of issues • Clearly summarize accessibility findings and provide recommendations for remediation, including code-level and role-based recommendations and solutions • Evaluate new vendor products for compliance with accessibility standards, and help improve the State procurement process for technology and digital services Documentation • Collect and document testing data to allow for clear benchmarking, gap analysis, and risk assessment aligned to platform, service domain, asset type, and customer journey • Support performance scoring, compliance tracking, and analysis reports • Align with State Accessibility leadership to help support the roadmap, vision, and strategy for enterprise accessibility improvements Testing/QA • Execute and iterate manual accessibility testing for all state digital assets, before and after remediation • Integrate testing policies and perform quality checks on audit processes to validate results and support best practices for testing, for both state and vendor work Communication • Clearly communicate testing outcomes and provide expertise to help stakeholders understand results • Keep Accessibility leadership apprised of progress, challenges, and outcomes related to the enterprise testing efforts • Establish and maintain effective relationships across multiple teams to help support accessibility work at the State. Maintaining • Maintain test libraries, testing standards, tool configurations, data repositories, and reporting frameworks to help support the state's ongoing governance of accessibility standards • Mentor internal team members and agency staff on accessibility standards and testing approaches to promote sustainability and skills transfer • Stay on top of the latest changes in WCAG, ADA, and Section 508 standards, and document and apply adjustments to testing practices to accommodate these changes Required Knowledge, Skills, and Ability • Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in the field of Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, Web Development, Library or Informational Science, or Human Computer Interaction • 3+ years of hands-on digital accessibility testing experience, including experience with assistive technologies, WCAG compliance, and manual testing methods • 2+ years of experience on a digital product team, either working as a project owner or individual contributor, working collaboratively with internal and external teams to improve products and services using digital accessibility technologies, policies, and best practices • Strong proficiency in manual testing with assistive tech: NVDA, JAWS, Dragon, Fusion, Deque, Wave, ZoomText, VoiceOver, TalkBack. Also expertise with built-in device features such as speech-to-text, text-to-speech, magnifiers, onscreen keyboards, eye gaze tech, and alternative input devices including keyboards • Strong proficiency in HTML, ARIA, and semantic markup knowledge • Expertise in auditing common and legacy systems and products to find accessibility issues, providing guidance for mitigating issues, and improving accessibility knowledge and practices within internal teams • Demonstrated understanding of user-centered design (UCD) methodologies and how to use testing data to support accessibility design problems • Strong understanding of responsive web design principles, techniques, and frameworks • Experience testing and assessing accessibility issues on internal business processes, including case management and data collection systems • Creative out-of-the box thinking to provide solution-oriented guidance for optimizing digital assets using the latest digital accessibility techniques and tools • Can work both independently and collaboratively to help advance a program's accessibility standards • Experience as a mentor or coach for other product and service testers to promote stronger consistency and standards • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to clearly present data and analysis, as well as the ability to receive feedback on your work • Expert in facilitating the integration of test data to support analysis and remediation processes • Strong ability to create and maintain documentation and best practice testing methodologies across multiple systems and functional areas • Ability to explain technical issues to non-technical stakeholders and communicate their implication on systems, processes, projects, and services. Able to facilitate discussions and solutions Preferred Skills & Qualifications Experience with software like Axe, WebAIM, SiteImprove, and Sitebulb Experience with browser devtools and accessibility extensions: Axe, WAVE, ARC Toolkit • Strong written and oral communication skills, and responsiveness to leadership and stakeholder requests • Strong organizational skills and experience with project tracking software, along with experience in agile processes and project development best practices • Experience in balancing a diverse workload of projects, with varying complexities and unique needs • Excellent time management skills, with an ability to commit and deliver on project goals, timelines, and target dates • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team to reach program goals and meet dynamic business objectives Ability to engage in rigid practices for accessibility testing, while maintaining flexibility for ad-hoc needs • Strong proficiency with MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft Teams, Outlook, and Zoom Other Desired Skills Experience in testing complex systems that use standard technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, jQuery) Experience in accessibility compliance for chatbots and other customer communication tools Experience in accessibility compliance for analog formats like Word, Powerpoint, and print marketing assets Experience with digital forms and documents remediation to meet accessibility standards Experience with Sitecore, Salesforce, Adobe XD, and Jira/Confluence Knowledge of multiple testing, analysis, data visualization tools Desired Certifications One or more of the following: • IAAP certification (CPACC, WAS, etc.) • PMP certification • DHS Trusted Tester certification • Deque University • Section 508 Administrative Considerations The Digital Accessibility Tester will work on a high functioning team within the state's Digital Government group. They will be part of an iterative team using agile sprints. Work will be assigned based on items in the product backlog associated with digital asset Improvements. These tasks may be adjusted, reduced, or expanded as the project progresses through various phases. The contract employee shall be expected to maintain and provide written documentation on any work performed in conjunction with this engagement. The engagement will be for a term of up to 12 months. All work will be performed in eight (8) hour shifts, Monday to Friday, excluding State holidays. If workflow dictates an on-site presence is not needed, consultant may work remotely. Payment will be on a time and material basis and paid only for hours worked. State Agencies are in downtown Hartford and the Greater Hartford area. Local Travel Reimbursement is not provided. Use of State Resources: The contractor will be provided with a virtual desktop environment that will allow the contractor to use their own computer to access and engage with State systems. Security/Privacy Considerations: Information accessible by the contractor may be sensitive, confidential or subject to the Privacy Act and/or HIPAA considerations. Contractor personnel must be familiar with and comply with the provisions of appropriate regulations and/or instructions. Signing of a confidentiality agreement will be required. Daily sign-in to the facility may be required. The contractor employee must always display an access badge while present in state facilities. A background check will be required.
BC Forward
Addison, Texas
Job Title: Accessibility Tester (ADA/Section 508) Location: Addison, TX (Onsite Required) Duration: Contract - 10 months Pay Range: $60.40/hr (W2) Job ID: 407205 About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Job Description We are seeking a Quality Assurance Consultant III (Accessibility Tester) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in functional and manual accessibility testing, test automation, and WCAG/ADA/Section 508 compliance and a proven ability to identify, document, and drive remediation of accessibility issues across web and mobile applications. Responsibilities: Conduct accessibility testing for web and mobile applications using manual and automated tools. Review and interpret requirements based on WCAG, ADA, and Section 508. Document and report issues with clear remediation recommendations. Collaborate with designers, developers, and QA teams to embed accessibility throughout the lifecycle. Participate in audits and provide process improvement feedback. Create and maintain accessibility documentation and guidelines. Stay current with accessibility best practices, tools, and technologies. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience in accessibility testing for web and/or mobile applications. Familiarity with WCAG, ADA, and Section 508 standards. Knowledge of assistive technologies such as screen readers and magnifiers. Hands-on use of tools such as Axe, JAWS, NVDA, and WAVE. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with clear documentation practices. Effective written and verbal communication with cross-functional teams. Ability to perform functional/manual testing and contribute to test automation. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience. Preferred Skills: Accessibility certifications such as IAAP CPACC or WAS. Experience conducting usability studies with people with disabilities. Knowledge of Android and iOS mobile accessibility guidelines. Experience training or mentoring teams on accessibility best practices. Understanding of inclusive design principles and Agile practices. Why BCforward? At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to: Competitive compensation and benefits. Opportunities for growth with global clients. A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people. Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects. About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Interested? Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume. August start. Onsite required in Addison, TX (TX8-044-02-18). GLIDER ID required for submission to FSM Accessibility project.
Job Title: Accessibility Tester (ADA/Section 508) Location: Addison, TX (Onsite Required) Duration: Contract - 10 months Pay Range: $60.40/hr (W2) Job ID: 407205 About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Job Description We are seeking a Quality Assurance Consultant III (Accessibility Tester) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in functional and manual accessibility testing, test automation, and WCAG/ADA/Section 508 compliance and a proven ability to identify, document, and drive remediation of accessibility issues across web and mobile applications. Responsibilities: Conduct accessibility testing for web and mobile applications using manual and automated tools. Review and interpret requirements based on WCAG, ADA, and Section 508. Document and report issues with clear remediation recommendations. Collaborate with designers, developers, and QA teams to embed accessibility throughout the lifecycle. Participate in audits and provide process improvement feedback. Create and maintain accessibility documentation and guidelines. Stay current with accessibility best practices, tools, and technologies. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience in accessibility testing for web and/or mobile applications. Familiarity with WCAG, ADA, and Section 508 standards. Knowledge of assistive technologies such as screen readers and magnifiers. Hands-on use of tools such as Axe, JAWS, NVDA, and WAVE. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with clear documentation practices. Effective written and verbal communication with cross-functional teams. Ability to perform functional/manual testing and contribute to test automation. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience. Preferred Skills: Accessibility certifications such as IAAP CPACC or WAS. Experience conducting usability studies with people with disabilities. Knowledge of Android and iOS mobile accessibility guidelines. Experience training or mentoring teams on accessibility best practices. Understanding of inclusive design principles and Agile practices. Why BCforward? At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to: Competitive compensation and benefits. Opportunities for growth with global clients. A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people. Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects. About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Interested? Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume. August start. Onsite required in Addison, TX (TX8-044-02-18). GLIDER ID required for submission to FSM Accessibility project.
NuAxis Innovations
Washington, Washington DC
We are a federal IT company on a mission to make customer experience (CX) the center of every government solution. Technology is our Passion. People are our Purpose. We know tech, but we love people. NuAxis is home to thinkers and feelers, engineers and artists. We work hard and support each other along the way. Teamwork is more than just a buzzword for us; it's a state of mind. We believe happy employees do amazing work, so join our team NOW! We are currently seeking a talented and motivated Software Test Lead for a remote federal program opportunity on our team. Position Overview The Software Test Lead is responsible for leading the Quality Assurance (QA) and testing efforts for enterprise web applications, ensuring software quality through comprehensive manual and automated testing. This role develops and executes test strategies, manages testing activities, and collaborates with Product Owners, Federal Project Managers (FPMs), Business Analysts, Developers, UX/UI Designers, and stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable, accessible, and high-performing applications. The Test Lead also provides technical leadership for test automation, performance testing, accessibility compliance, and continuous quality improvement throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Key Responsibilities Lead the planning, design, execution, and reporting of quality assurance and testing activities throughout the SDLC. Develop and maintain Test Strategies, Test Plans, Test Cases, Test Scripts, Test Data, Traceability Matrices, and Test Summary Reports. Establish and maintain automated testing frameworks using Cypress and other modern automation tools. Design, develop, and execute automated functional, regression, integration, smoke, and end-to-end (E2E) test suites. Plan and execute performance, load, stress, endurance, and scalability testing using Apache JMeter, Locust, and other performance testing tools. Analyze performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and provide recommendations to improve application scalability and reliability. Lead accessibility testing to ensure compliance with Section 508, WCAG 2.1 AA, and Federal accessibility requirements using automated and manual testing techniques. Validate responsive design, cross-browser compatibility, and cross-device functionality across desktop, tablet, and mobile platforms. Collaborate with Business Analysts and Product Owners to review requirements and define acceptance criteria and test scenarios. Work closely with developers to identify, reproduce, document, and resolve software defects. Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous integration and continuous delivery. Track defects, testing metrics, risks, and quality trends using Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar tools. Mentor QA engineers on testing methodologies, automation frameworks, accessibility testing, and performance engineering best practices. Participate in Agile ceremonies including backlog refinement, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Ensure testing activities comply with organizational quality standards, secure software development practices, and Federal compliance requirements. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 7 years of software testing and quality assurance experience. Minimum of 3 years leading QA teams or serving as a Test Lead on enterprise software projects. Strong experience designing and implementing automated testing frameworks using Cypress. Experience conducting performance and load testing using Apache JMeter, Locust, or equivalent performance testing tools. Experience testing RESTful APIs using tools such as Postman, Swagger, or REST Assured. Experience validating responsive web applications across multiple browsers and devices. Experience performing accessibility testing for Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA compliance. Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments. Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, defect lifecycle management, and software quality best practices. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting Federal Government web applications. Experience integrating automated testing into Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or other CI/CD pipelines. Experience with Playwright, Selenium, or other automation frameworks. Experience with security testing, API testing, and database validation. Familiarity with OWASP Top 10, DevSecOps, and secure application testing. ISTQB Certified Tester, Certified Agile Tester, or equivalent QA certification. Desired Skills Test Strategy and Test Planning Manual and Automated Testing Cypress Test Automation Apache JMeter Performance Testing Locust Performance Testing API Testing (Postman, REST Assured, Swagger) Functional, Integration, Regression, Smoke, and End-to-End Testing Performance, Load, Stress, and Scalability Testing Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA Accessibility Testing Responsive and Cross-Browser Testing Mobile and Cross-Device Testing Defect Management and Root Cause Analysis Agile/Scrum Methodologies Work Environment Remote or hybrid work environment based on program requirements. Clearance Requirements Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance. Does this opportunity sound like a fit for you? If so, join our talent community and click to apply now Our Profile: We are an IT company with a unique mission-to make people the center of every federal IT solution. Our technologists have always gone the extra mile to help our federal clients succeed. And over the years, we saw a growing disconnect in how federal IT initiatives were built and managed. Time after time, programs failed because the focus was on the tools and products and not the people using them. Learn More. NuAxis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including Vets and Disabled. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Learn More about our Benefits and Culture!
We are a federal IT company on a mission to make customer experience (CX) the center of every government solution. Technology is our Passion. People are our Purpose. We know tech, but we love people. NuAxis is home to thinkers and feelers, engineers and artists. We work hard and support each other along the way. Teamwork is more than just a buzzword for us; it's a state of mind. We believe happy employees do amazing work, so join our team NOW! We are currently seeking a talented and motivated Software Test Lead for a remote federal program opportunity on our team. Position Overview The Software Test Lead is responsible for leading the Quality Assurance (QA) and testing efforts for enterprise web applications, ensuring software quality through comprehensive manual and automated testing. This role develops and executes test strategies, manages testing activities, and collaborates with Product Owners, Federal Project Managers (FPMs), Business Analysts, Developers, UX/UI Designers, and stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable, accessible, and high-performing applications. The Test Lead also provides technical leadership for test automation, performance testing, accessibility compliance, and continuous quality improvement throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Key Responsibilities Lead the planning, design, execution, and reporting of quality assurance and testing activities throughout the SDLC. Develop and maintain Test Strategies, Test Plans, Test Cases, Test Scripts, Test Data, Traceability Matrices, and Test Summary Reports. Establish and maintain automated testing frameworks using Cypress and other modern automation tools. Design, develop, and execute automated functional, regression, integration, smoke, and end-to-end (E2E) test suites. Plan and execute performance, load, stress, endurance, and scalability testing using Apache JMeter, Locust, and other performance testing tools. Analyze performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and provide recommendations to improve application scalability and reliability. Lead accessibility testing to ensure compliance with Section 508, WCAG 2.1 AA, and Federal accessibility requirements using automated and manual testing techniques. Validate responsive design, cross-browser compatibility, and cross-device functionality across desktop, tablet, and mobile platforms. Collaborate with Business Analysts and Product Owners to review requirements and define acceptance criteria and test scenarios. Work closely with developers to identify, reproduce, document, and resolve software defects. Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous integration and continuous delivery. Track defects, testing metrics, risks, and quality trends using Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar tools. Mentor QA engineers on testing methodologies, automation frameworks, accessibility testing, and performance engineering best practices. Participate in Agile ceremonies including backlog refinement, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Ensure testing activities comply with organizational quality standards, secure software development practices, and Federal compliance requirements. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 7 years of software testing and quality assurance experience. Minimum of 3 years leading QA teams or serving as a Test Lead on enterprise software projects. Strong experience designing and implementing automated testing frameworks using Cypress. Experience conducting performance and load testing using Apache JMeter, Locust, or equivalent performance testing tools. Experience testing RESTful APIs using tools such as Postman, Swagger, or REST Assured. Experience validating responsive web applications across multiple browsers and devices. Experience performing accessibility testing for Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA compliance. Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments. Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, defect lifecycle management, and software quality best practices. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting Federal Government web applications. Experience integrating automated testing into Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or other CI/CD pipelines. Experience with Playwright, Selenium, or other automation frameworks. Experience with security testing, API testing, and database validation. Familiarity with OWASP Top 10, DevSecOps, and secure application testing. ISTQB Certified Tester, Certified Agile Tester, or equivalent QA certification. Desired Skills Test Strategy and Test Planning Manual and Automated Testing Cypress Test Automation Apache JMeter Performance Testing Locust Performance Testing API Testing (Postman, REST Assured, Swagger) Functional, Integration, Regression, Smoke, and End-to-End Testing Performance, Load, Stress, and Scalability Testing Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA Accessibility Testing Responsive and Cross-Browser Testing Mobile and Cross-Device Testing Defect Management and Root Cause Analysis Agile/Scrum Methodologies Work Environment Remote or hybrid work environment based on program requirements. Clearance Requirements Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance. Does this opportunity sound like a fit for you? If so, join our talent community and click to apply now Our Profile: We are an IT company with a unique mission-to make people the center of every federal IT solution. Our technologists have always gone the extra mile to help our federal clients succeed. And over the years, we saw a growing disconnect in how federal IT initiatives were built and managed. Time after time, programs failed because the focus was on the tools and products and not the people using them. Learn More. NuAxis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including Vets and Disabled. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Learn More about our Benefits and Culture!