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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # 508 Test Engineer-FQA - **Company:** Synergy Rents, LLC - **Location:** Reston, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $68,412.0 - $97,732.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Confluence, JIRA, Software Bug Management, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Databases, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Linux, FitNesse, Design of User Interfaces, JAWS Scripting Language, WildFly (JBoss AS), OpenShift, Screen Reader, Selenium, Software Engineering, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Testing, Appian, Gitlab-ci, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Dynamic Content, Api Management, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18127632?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18127632%2F508-Test-Engineer-Fqa-Virginia-Reston ## About the Role * 5+ years of Quality Assurance experience (functional/system/regression) in complex, multitier applications. * 2+ years focused on accessibility/Section 508 compliance testing. * Deep knowledge of WCAG 2.2, Section 508 Refresh, and DHS Trusted Tester processes. * Handson experience testing web, mobile, PDF/Office documents, and integrated systems. * Proficiency with ANDI, Axe, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack, and contrast/color analysis tools. * Experience with Jira/Xray, Confluence, or similar test management tools. * Strong defect management and communication skills; ability to produce clear remediation guidance. * Ability to attain Federal Government Position of Trust; U.S. Citizenship; background investigation., * DHS Trusted Tester certification (or willingness to obtain). * Experience with Appian, Java/microservices, Linux/JBoss, Docker/OpenShift. * CI/CD accessibility integration experience. * Experience interpreting VPATs and document remediation (PDF/UA). * Familiarity with JAWS scripting and advanced screen reader techniques. Education Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering degree; or an Engineering degree from an accredited* institution.In accordance with DOD Cyber Workforce Qualifications Matrices Management, Security+ is required for candidates that do not possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering degree; or a degree in Engineering from an accredited* institution. The U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs located at https://amspub.abet.org/aps/name-search?searchType=institution identifies accredited postsecondary institutions and programs that are within the U.S. and its territories. Certification must be obtained within six (6) months of hire. Citizenship & Clearance Requirements: * Required: U.S. citizenship required. * Required: Ability to obtain a Federal Government Position of Trust. Must pass a background investigation. ## Description The Section 508 Senior Quality Assurance Analyst (FQA) ensures USDA digital products meet federal accessibility requirements and deliver inclusive user experiences. This role combines functional QA with specialized accessibility testing across web, mobile, documents, and integrated systems. The analyst partners with Product Owners, Developers, Designers, and SMEs to embed accessibility into requirements, design, testing, and delivery., Accessibility & Section 508 Compliance Testing * Perform Section 508 and WCAG 2.2 AA testing using DHS Trusted Tester methodology where applicable. * Use accessibility tools including ANDI, Axe, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack, contrast analyzers, keyboard-only navigation, and screen-reader validation. * Validate content structure, headings/landmarks/ARIA, alt text, labels and form controls, dynamic content, focus order, error handling, and multimedia captions/transcripts. * Plan and execute functional, system, regression, and integration testing aligned to FQA standards. * Develop test plans, accessibility scripts, and traceability to user stories, acceptance criteria, and requirements. * Validate API integrations and data accuracy when accessibility-related interactions are involved. * Document accessibility findings, defect reports, remediation guidance, and compliance status for each release. * Provide Section 508 compliance signoff and leadership updates during review cycles. * Partner with AppDev, UI/UX, DSO, and Product Management to incorporate accessibility early ("shiftleft"). * Review UX/UI prototypes and designs for accessibility before development begins. * Participate in sprint ceremonies, planning, and backlog refinement with clear accessibility criteria. * Collaborate with automation engineers to include accessibility checks in CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Selenium, FitNesse, GitLab CI). * Ensure recurring accessibility issues are detected via automated scans prior to release. * Provides technical leadership to junior QA analysts. * Meeting with the software/product designers to determine quality assurance parameters. * High-level analytical skills and a high level of attention to detail. * Critical thinker. * Ability to multi-task under tight deadlines and report status. * Ability to document QA procedures for the team. * Ability to validate the deployment of software releases. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Continuous Accessibility](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100170-continuous-accessibility) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026) - [Dev Digest 119 - ❤️ === ❤️](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/454-dev-digest-119)