A software quality assurance tester ensures that software or products meet quality standards by identifying and reporting bugs or issues during the development process. They perform tests, document results, and collaborate with developers to improve the product's functionality and reliability.
56,000+
Number of U.S. job listings by employers in the last 12 months
$104,000
Median annual salary
240,000
Projected employment through 2030
What is a software quality assurance tester?
A software quality assurance tester designs and runs diagnostic tests to evaluate software, identifying errors and glitches before new products are marketed.
U.S. hiring data
Source: CompTIA analysis of Lightcast & U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
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