Vaibhav Sharma

About Vaibhav Sharma

I am a results-driven Accessibility Consultant with more than 3 years of experience in ensuring digital through comprehensive accessibility auditing of web and mobile applications. My expertise encompasses manual and automated testing, compliance auditing, and providing actionable recommendations aligned with global standards such as WCAG 2.2, Section 508, and EN 301 549.In my role as a Software Engineer specializing in Accessibility Audits, I excel in developing test strategies, conducting detailed audits, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver accessible, high-quality digital products. I am proficient in using industry-standard tools, including JAWS, NVDA, aXe, and aXe-core, to identify, document, and resolve accessibility defects effectively.Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in Design and Computing from BITS Pilani (WILP), I combine a strong academic foundation with practical expertise to create inclusive solutions for global clients and businesses.Core Competencies:1. Accessibility Testing Expertise: Skilled in auditing web, mobile (Android, iOS), and desktop (Windows, macOS) platforms for accessibility compliance.2. Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC): Proficient across test analysis, planning, execution, and reporting phases.3. Technical Proficiency: Strong foundation in Python and Java with hands-on experience in Python-MySQL projects.4. Documentation: Expertise in crafting test metrics, scenarios, and cases for accessibility audits.5. Tools Mastery: Advanced use of assistive technologies like JAWS and NVDA, along with accessibility testing tools such as aXe and aXe-core.6. Collaboration and Communication: Effective at working with development and design teams to implement inclusive solutions.7. Adaptability: Detail-oriented and process-driven, thriving in dynamic and fast-paced work environments.8. As a passionate advocate for digital equity, my mission is to ensure that products and services are universally usable, fostering inclusivity for individuals of all abilities.Outside of work, I am an avid traveler, gamer, and tech enthusiast. I actively follow accessibility innovations and technology trends, bringing fresh perspectives to the teams I collaborate with. My dedication to excellence drives me to deliver value to clients and contribute to a more inclusive digital world.

Experience

1. Software Engineer

   HCLTech

   Aug 2022 — Present · Lucknow, IN

   Microsoft | Cloud, Enterprise & Artificial IntelligenceContingent Hubber | GitHub- Delivered 150+ WCAG-compliant audits for Fortune 500 clients across web and mobile- Enhanced a11y for 5+ iOS and Android apps, impacting over 1M+ users- Resolved 300+ critical issues in accessibility audits, ensuring global compliance- Identified 40+ IDE accessibility gaps, improving developer tool inclusivity- Audited 3 enterprise apps ahead of schedule and delivered with best quality- Led 8+ testers, driving audit strategy and sprint-level execution- Automated mobile audits, cutting manual testing time by 45%- Generated $50K+ in stakeholder value through process improvement initiatives- Boosted Excel accessibility, reducing report creation time by 25%- Improved test coverage by 40% via automation-driven workflows- Researched 20+ tools, integrating 5 to boost audit efficiency by 35%- Scaled accessibility testing across 3 major projects, improving delivery speed and coverage- Authored internal a11y guidelines that improved engineering workflow efficiency by 30%- Advised on UI/UX refinements, enhancing navigation, contrast, and readability for all users- Recommended 4+ assistive tools that improved testing accuracy and remediation cycles- Led 5+ team-wide sessions advocating for inclusive development and empathy-based testing- Spearheaded 5+ POCs for clients and assisted with auditing, regression, remediation and reporting- 10+ Ideation and value creation for customers involving productivity and enhancing deliverables.

Education

• Blue Bells English High School

  Intermediate, Mathematics and Computer Science

• BITS Pilani Work Integrated Learning Programmes

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science