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Job Description

Develop and execute software test plans in order to identify software problems and their causes.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 15-1199.01

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Software Quality Assurance Engineers and Testers”.

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Tasks for “Quality Assurance Analyst (QA Analyst)”

Review software documentation to ensure technical accuracy, compliance, or completeness, or to mitigate risks.
Document test procedures to ensure replicability and compliance with standards.
Identify program deviance from standards, and suggest modifications to ensure compliance.
Test system modifications to prepare for implementation.
Create or maintain databases of known test defects.
Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to software developers.
Perform initial debugging procedures by reviewing configuration files, logs, or code pieces to determine breakdown source.
Design or develop automated testing tools.
Update automated test scripts to ensure currency.
Design test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures.
Monitor program performance to ensure efficient and problem-free operations.
Visit beta testing sites to evaluate software performance.
Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability.
Coordinate user or third party testing.
Install and configure recreations of software production environments to allow testing of software performance.
Conduct software compatibility tests with programs, hardware, operating systems, or network environments.
Provide feedback and recommendations to developers on software usability and functionality.
Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.
Provide technical support during software installation or configuration.
Collaborate with field staff or customers to evaluate or diagnose problems and recommend possible solutions.
Monitor bug resolution efforts and track successes.
Evaluate or recommend software for testing or bug tracking.
Develop or specify standards, methods, or procedures to determine product quality or release readiness.
Participate in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems.
Install, maintain, or use software testing programs.
Conduct historical analyses of test results.
Investigate customer problems referred by technical support.
Plan test schedules or strategies in accordance with project scope or delivery dates.

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