Software Quality Assurance Analyst

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.

O*NET reports this occupation under titles such as: Automation Tester; Information Technology Analyst (IT Analyst); Quality Assurance Analyst (QA Analyst); Quality Assurance Engineer (QA Engineer); Quality Engineer; Software Quality Assurance Analyst (SQA Analyst); Software Quality Assurance Engineer (SQA Engineer); Software Quality Engineer; Software Test Engineer; Test Engineer

Tasks

• 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.
• Create or maintain databases of known test defects.
• Develop or specify standards, methods, or procedures to determine product quality or release readiness.
• Monitor bug resolution efforts and track successes.
• Update automated test scripts to ensure currency.
• Participate in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems.
• Plan test schedules or strategies in accordance with project scope or delivery dates.
• Monitor program performance to ensure efficient and problem-free operations.

Knowledge

• Computers and Electronics
• English Language
• Engineering and Technology
• Mathematics
• Design

Skills

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

Abilities

• Oral Comprehension
• Written Comprehension
• Oral Expression
• Problem Sensitivity
• Deductive Reasoning
• Inductive Reasoning
• Written Expression
• Information Ordering
• Near Vision
• Speech Recognition
• Category Flexibility
• Flexibility of Closure
• Perceptual Speed
• Fluency of Ideas
• Originality
• Selective Attention
• Speech Clarity