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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 “Software Test Analyst”

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

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