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Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
Starting Salary
$62,909
NC Triangle Area
Median Annual Wage
$105,451
NC Triangle Area
% Bachelor's degree Preferred
% Master's degree Preferred
5-Year Job Outlook
+6.0%
NC Triangle Area
Annual Job Openings
951
NC Triangle Area
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.
