Tester

Title: Tester

Location: Remote US

Department: Government Programs

Job Description:

At Trilogy Innovations, we are committed to driving meaningful change for our customers and communities through smart, innovative technology that solves real problems. As a growing systems and software engineering company, we partner across public and private sectors to modernize enterprise systems, strengthen security, and deliver high value solutions. We are scaling with purpose, investing in our people, processes, and platforms as we expand. We work hard, think creatively, and value every perspective as we push boundaries and build systems that matter.

Who you are

The Tester is responsible for evaluating electronic documents, applications, and interfaces to ensure compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards and associated federal accessibility requirements. You are detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about creating accessible digital experiences for users of all abilities. You thrive in Agile environments, collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams, and can clearly communicate accessibility findings, remediation recommendations, and compliance risks.

This role is primarily focused on Section 508 PDF remediation and accessibility compliance within a federal environment. Approximately 95% of the work involves actively correcting and remediating PDF documents — not just identifying issues. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro/Classic, including tagging documents, fixing reading order, and remediating issues to ensure 508 Accessibility Compliance for the entire document.

This position requires a self-starter who can work independently, take initiative, and serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for Section 508 document remediation efforts in an Agile environment.

What you will do:

• Validate 508 compliance against government accessibility standards.
• Electronic Document PDF remediation as requested by the government.
• Plan, prepare, execute, and document tests to verify NCIC System 508 compliance. Report of the test results using approved forms and templates.
• Work shall be planned, monitored, executed, and documented according to the agile standard operating procedures of the NCIC Agile Release Train including maintenance of a backlog and observance of program iteration and sprint timeframes.
• Participate in 508 compliance meetings and provide subject matter expert guidance.
• Develop and execute Section 508 compliance test scripts, test cases, and test scenarios based upon Section 508 standards and system requirement definitions.
• Conduct detailed analysis of Section 508 test report results.
• Work with the Manager to develop plans, schedules, and present time estimation for test and remediation activities to be performed.
• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for Section 508 compliance for electronic documents, software, and modules. 
• Attend NCIC agile development activities, such as iteration reviews.

How success is measured:

• Timely and accurate completion of Section 508 accessibility testing activities and compliance deliverables.
• Identification, documentation, and communication of accessibility risks, defects, and remediation recommendations.
• Successful collaboration with Agile teams, developers, and stakeholders to support accessibility compliance efforts.
• Maintenance of accurate testing documentation, Agile metrics, and sprint deliverables.
• Consistent adherence to federal accessibility standards, Agile procedures, and testing best practices.

What you bring
We require:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Public Policy, Computer Science, Information Science, or a degree demonstrated to be directly related to the administration and management of Section 508 requirements. Certification(s) in related areas of study may be considered for substitution for the degree requirement.
• 5 to 8 years of experience performing accessibility testing, compliance activities, or related IT quality assurance functions.
• 3 years of experience performing Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 accessibility testing for electronic documents and web-based applications, including use of formal testing templates and documentation standards.
• 1 year of experience working within Agile development environments and participating in Agile ceremonies and workflows. Certification(s) in agile methodology practices from an accredited institution may be substituted for the experience requirement.
• Strong understanding of Section 508 requirements and best practices, as well as experience in web design, web development, and accessibility.
• Experience using assistive technologies and accessibility testing tools such as JAWS, JAWSInspect, screen readers, and keyboard navigation techniques to evaluate Section 508 compliance and user accessibility needs.
• Experience working with and managing accessibility testing, audits, and remediation.
• Ability to articulate test results, user impacts and remediation options and provide a defensible rationale for accessibility compliance.
• Experience with Atlassian software tools such as JIRA and Confluence, or related products designed for cross-team management of testing activities.
• Professional experience collaborating with technical and non-technical personnel.
• Proficient in using routine computer applications, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Internet Explorer), Adobe Acrobat, JAWS, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, and services that operate using these applications.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a federal suitability determination/public trust clearance.

Nice to have:

• Accessibility certifications such as Trusted Tester or CPACC.
• Experience supporting federal accessibility compliance initiatives.
• Experience performing accessibility remediation activities.
• Familiarity with assistive technology testing for complex enterprise applications.
• Prior experience supporting Agile Release Trains (ARTs) or SAFe Agile environments.

Work environment: Remote-first role supporting Agile software development and accessibility compliance initiatives within a collaborative federal IT environment. Work is primarily performed remotely with regular virtual collaboration across technical, testing, and program teams.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary range: $118,000 - $121,000

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance bonus eligibility
• 401k with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Professional development programs
• Employee referral bonus program

Why Trilogy Innovations

At Trilogy Innovations, we believe strong teams build meaningful solutions. We deliver high quality systems and software engineering services across public and private sectors, supporting complex and mission critical environments with integrity, collaboration, and care.

Since 2010, our talented team has partnered with organizations such as the FBI, U.S. Air Force, NASA, Department of Education, Department of Energy, DHS, SOCOM, and leading private sector clients. We are known for combining technical excellence with a thoughtful, people first approach.

At Trilogy, you will work alongside smart, committed professionals in a supportive, learning oriented environment. We value innovation, accountability, and continuous growth, and we encourage our people to bring both expertise and humanity to the work they do.

If you are looking to contribute to impactful work while growing your skills in a collaborative and forward-thinking organization, Trilogy Innovations is a place where you can do just that.

 

Trilogy Innovations, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.