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Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers

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.

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Computer & MathematicalOne of its 38 occupations
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15-1253.00SOC 2018: 15-1253

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  1. Task 1. Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.Core taskTask 14642Rated by 33 occupational experts, August 2022
  2. Task 2. Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to software developers.Core taskTask 14641Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  3. Task 3. Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability.Core taskTask 14640Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  4. Task 4. Design test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures.Core taskTask 14638Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  5. Task 5. Document test procedures to ensure replicability and compliance with standards.Core taskTask 14648Rated by 33 occupational experts, August 2022
  6. Task 6. Provide feedback and recommendations to developers on software usability and functionality.Core taskTask 14653Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  7. Task 7. Install, maintain, or use software testing programs.Core taskTask 14652Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  8. Task 8. Test system modifications to prepare for implementation.Core taskTask 14639Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  9. Task 9. Create or maintain databases of known test defects.Core taskTask 14644Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  10. Task 10. Develop or specify standards, methods, or procedures to determine product quality or release readiness.Core taskTask 14649Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  11. Task 11. Monitor bug resolution efforts and track successes.Core taskTask 14643Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  12. Task 12. Update automated test scripts to ensure currency.Core taskTask 14650Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  13. Task 13. Participate in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems.Core taskTask 14646Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  14. Task 14. Plan test schedules or strategies in accordance with project scope or delivery dates.Core taskTask 14645Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  15. Task 15. Monitor program performance to ensure efficient and problem-free operations.Core taskTask 14654Rated by 33 occupational experts, August 2022
  16. Task 16. Conduct software compatibility tests with programs, hardware, operating systems, or network environments.Core taskTask 14655Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  17. Task 17. Investigate customer problems referred by technical support.Core taskTask 14651Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  18. Task 18. Review software documentation to ensure technical accuracy, compliance, or completeness, or to mitigate risks.Core taskTask 14647Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  19. Task 19. Identify program deviance from standards, and suggest modifications to ensure compliance.Core taskTask 14658Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  20. Task 20. Perform initial debugging procedures by reviewing configuration files, logs, or code pieces to determine breakdown source.Core taskTask 14661Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  21. Task 21. Design or develop automated testing tools.Core taskTask 14659Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  22. Task 22. Install and configure recreations of software production environments to allow testing of software performance.Core taskTask 14656Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  23. Task 23. Collaborate with field staff or customers to evaluate or diagnose problems and recommend possible solutions.Core taskTask 14657Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  24. Task 24. Coordinate user or third-party testing.Core taskTask 14660Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  25. Task 25. Visit beta testing sites to evaluate software performance.Core taskTask 14662Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  26. Task 26. Conduct historical analyses of test results.Core taskTask 14664Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  27. Task 27. Evaluate or recommend software for testing or bug tracking.Core taskTask 14663Rated by 34 occupational experts, August 2022
  28. Task 28. Modify existing software to correct errors, allow it to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance.Not ratedTask 21680Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  29. Task 29. Recommend purchase of equipment to control dust, temperature, or humidity in area of system installation.Not ratedTask 21681Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  30. Task 30. Store, retrieve, and manipulate data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements.Not ratedTask 21682Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020

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