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Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers

  • Bright Outlook
  • Rapid Growth

Develop and execute software tests to identify software problems and their causes. Test system modifications to prepare for implementation. Document software and application defects using a bug tracking system and report defects to software or web developers. Create and maintain databases of known defects. May participate in software design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, operational characteristics, product designs, and schedules.

What you’d do

  • Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.
  • Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to software developers.
  • Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability.
  • Design test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures.
  • Document test procedures to ensure replicability and compliance with standards.
  • Provide feedback and recommendations to developers on software usability and functionality.
  • Install, maintain, or use software testing programs.
  • Test system modifications to prepare for implementation.

Skills that matter

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Speaking
  • Writing
  • Monitoring

How to get there

Considerable preparation: most need a four-year bachelor's degree

Also called

  • Quality Assurance Analyst (QA Analyst)
  • Software Quality Assurance Engineer (SQA Engineer)
  • Software Quality Engineer
  • Software Test Engineer
  • Automation Tester
  • Information Technology Analyst (IT Analyst)

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