Test analyst
Also known as
Work environment
- Usually work regular business hours but may work weekends and evenings or be on call
- Usually work in offices
- Need to be methodical, accurate and identify and solve problems
Salary information
Typical tasks
- Create and run software tests
- Analyse software tests to find problems
- Document software issues
- Fix software issues
- Track success of software changes
- Learn software coding languages
- Research new tools and technology
- Keep software up to date
Outlook
Software testing is evolving alongside cloud computing, artificial intelligence and increasingly complex digital systems. Organisations in New Zealand and globally are placing greater emphasis on software quality, cybersecurity and reliable user experiences. Automation tools are handling more routine testing, while new technologies continue to create demand for testing approaches that help ensure software performs as intended.
What employers and industry want in graduates
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Understanding of software quality and user needs
- Ability to learn new technologies and tools
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
AUT programmes
- Software Development Major - Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science Major - Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences
The above is a suggestion only and a starting point. You may need to meet other criteria or take additional steps to work in this career.
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