Occupation
Software quality assurance analyst
Software quality assurance analysts check that software does what it is supposed to do before it reaches users. They design test cases from requirements, run them against new builds, and write up defects clearly enough for a developer to reproduce and fix.
Also known as: QA analyst · Software tester · Quality assurance tester · QA engineer
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What the work involves
Turn requirements and acceptance criteria into test cases
Execute functional, regression, and exploratory tests on new builds
Log defects with reproduction steps, evidence, and severity
Retest fixes and confirm nothing else has broken
Feed recurring failure patterns back into the team's process
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How people commonly enter
A college diploma or certificate in software testing or information technology
A degree in computer science or information systems
A software testing certification alongside on-the-job experience
Internal movement from customer support or business operations into testing
Typical training: Certificate or college diploma
Licensing: Certification common, not usually required
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Typical work context
- Team based
- Desk based
- Predictable routine
- Remote capable
- Hybrid office
Team based · Desk based · Predictable routine · Remote capable · Hybrid office
Related interests
- Conventional (organizing)
- Investigative (analytical)
- Realistic (hands-on)
Conventional (organizing) · Investigative (analytical) · Realistic (hands-on)
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