Accessibility Tester (German Language)

Welocalize is expanding its network of accessibility testers to validate the language-specific accessibility of localized digital content: web pages, applications, and documents.

What You Will Do

The actual scope will vary by assignment, but the general extent of this role is outlined below.

• Language Validation: Confirm correct language codes in HTML and PDF metadata, and identify mixed-language content missing proper declarations.
• In-Language Screen Reader Testing: Using native-language screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack, or Narrator), review translated accessible text — including hidden elements, tooltips, error messages, alt text, and UI labels — for accuracy, natural phrasing, and clarity when read aloud.
• Multimedia Accessibility Review: Evaluate captions, transcripts, and audio descriptions for accuracy, synchronization, and natural language, and confirm multimedia controls are properly labeled in the target language.
• Defect Reporting: Log findings with WCAG/PDF-UA references, supporting screenshots or recordings, and severity classifications; participate in review calls with the QA Lead as needed.

What We Are Looking For

Required

• Native or near-native fluency in German; you are the authoritative voice on whether translated content reads naturally and is understandable.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience testing digital content with assistive technology/AT.
• Working knowledge of WCAG 2.1 & 2.2 AA and EN 301 549.
• Ability to evaluate content from a native-speaker accessibility perspective — not just technical compliance, but real-world usability for screen reader users who speak the language.
• Reliable access to relevant devices and operating systems to replicate real-world usage in the target locale.

Nice to have

• Strong written communication skills in English for defect reporting and general communications.
• Experience with PDF accessibility testing using PAC 3 or Adobe Acrobat Pro Accessibility Checker.
• Familiarity with internationalization, localization, and translation workflows; understanding of how accessibility elements can be affected during format conversion.
• Personal use of assistive technology.

Tools and Environment

• Welocalize provides access credentials and a structured test plan per engagement. Testers are expected to supply their own device and assistive technology setup appropriate to the target locale.
• Commonly used tools in this role include:
  • Screen readers: JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver (macOS/iOS), TalkBack (Android), Narrator (Windows)
  • Browser/screen reader pairings aligned to the target locale's most common usage patterns
  • Caption and transcript review: native video players, .srt/.vtt file review
  • PDF accessibility: PAC 3, Adobe Acrobat Pro (provided where required)
  • Defect logging: Jira bug tracking system is most frequently used

What to Expect

• Assignments are project-based with clear scope documents, test checklists, and agreed turnaround timelines provided before work begins.
• Scope for each engagement will specify the exact language, content type, pages or documents in scope, and priority areas.
• You will not be expected to remediate or fix issues; your role is testing and reporting.
• Welocalize values feedback: if checklist items are unclear or a finding falls outside the defined scope, flag it and we will address it.