Company Overview

Princo Solutions is a leading IT services and consulting firm based in Hyderabad, specializing in workforce solutions, technology services, and business consulting. We empower businesses with customized and cost-effective IT solutions to drive operational efficiency and innovation.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Mid-Level Word Accessibility Tester to join our team in Hyderabad on a full-time basis. This position involves ensuring that Microsoft Word documents meet established accessibility standards, enabling all users to effectively access and utilize business content.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong expertise in MS Word accessibility features (Mandatory skill) demonstrated through hands-on experience in remediating documents for accessibility compliance.
• Proven ability to create and utilize accessible Word templates (Mandatory skill) to streamline document accessibility workflows and optimize efficiency.
• Proficiency in using screen readers such as JAWS and NVDA to test document accessibility and ensure compatibility with assistive technologies.
• Deep understanding of accessibility standards including Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 for comprehensive compliance during document testing and remediation.
• Ability to identify and address common accessibility barriers within Word documents, such as improper heading structures, color contrast, and image alt text.
• Knowledge of best practices for conveying complex visual content, such as tables and charts, in accessible formats for diverse users.
• Attention to detail and an analytical mindset for thorough accessibility inspections and defect documentation with actionable recommendations.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with document owners, designers, and stakeholders to improve document accessibility across various projects.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Evaluate Microsoft Word documents to ensure adherence to accessibility standards including Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 guidelines.
• Leverage MS Word accessibility features and accessible Word templates to remediate and optimize existing documents for all users.
• Test document accessibility using assistive technologies such as JAWS and NVDA to validate compatibility and user experience.
• Collaborate with content creators to educate and guide them in producing accessibility-compliant Word documents.
• Document and report accessibility issues in detail, providing clear remediation steps and improvement recommendations.
• Stay current with evolving accessibility standards and best practices, integrating them into daily workflow and team processes.
• Contribute to the development of internal resources, such as checklists and guidelines, to drive organization-wide document accessibility.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to provide subject matter expertise on document accessibility requirements and techniques.