Who We Are

PLATO is Canada’s largest Indigenous-owned software testing and technology services company. For nearly 30 years, our expert teams have helped our clients deliver reliable products that users enjoy interacting with.

Our 100% Canada‑based team brings deep experience in QA, software testing, and IT services, along with a shared commitment to collaboration, mentorship, and continuous improvement. We’re a team that shows up for each other, whether that’s tackling complex client challenges or helping colleagues grow through coaching and knowledge‑sharing.

As Canada’s largest Indigenous‑owned software testing company, we’re proud of our roots and our mission to build a stronger, more inclusive technology workforce. At the same time, we warmly welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences who are passionate about quality, teamwork, and making an impact.

We are seeking an experienced Accessibility Test Analyst to support accessibility validation of web applications and digital documents. The successful candidate will ensure solutions meet WCAG 2.1 Level A and AA requirements and validate document accessibility against EN 301 549 standards.

Experience testing both web and non-web content is essential.

Responsibilities

- Perform accessibility testing of web applications, websites, PDFs, Word documents, forms, and other digital content.
- Develop and execute accessibility test cases and test plans.
- Identify, document, and track accessibility defects, mapping issues to accessibility standards and guidelines.
- Conduct manual accessibility testing using screen readers and accessibility evaluation tools.
- Collaborate with developers, designers,



and business teams to provide remediation guidance and accessibility best practices.
- Produce accessibility assessment reports and testing summaries.
- Support accessibility compliance efforts throughout the software development lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

- 5+ years of software testing experience with significant accessibility testing expertise.
- Strong knowledge of WCAG 2.1 Level A and AA standards.
- Experience testing document accessibility and compliance with EN 301 549 requirements.
- Hands-on experience with:
- NVDA
- WAVE
- Axe DevTools
- WCAG Colour Contrast Checkers
- Color Blindness Emulators

- Experience performing keyboard, screen reader, colour contrast, form, navigation, and document accessibility testing.
- Strong defect reporting, analytical, and communication skills.
- Experience working in Agile delivery environments.

Work With Us At PLATO, we believe that great work happens when people feel supported, connected, and challenged in the right ways. You’ll be part of a collaborative workplace where experienced professionals share knowledge, mentor others, and contribute to solving complex, real‑world client projects. We are committed to inclusive hiring practices and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Indigenous peoples. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, we’re here to support you.

PLATO respectfully acknowledges that we operate on treaty territories, unceded First Nations and Inuit territories, and within Métis homelands. We honour the long history of these lands and actively work toward reconciliation between Indigenous and non‑Indigenous peoples on Turtle Island.

📌 Accessibility Test Analyst (Intermediate/Senior) (Fredericton)
🏢 PLATO
📍 Fredericton