career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-2041 | 15-1253 |
| title | Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers |
| onet code | 19-2041.00 | 15-1253.00 |
| description | Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or public health. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources. | 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. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 15 |
| tot emp | 84,930 | 199,800 |
| a mean | 88,640 | 110,260 |
| a median | 80,060 | 102,610 |
| a pct10 | 50,130 | 60,690 |
| a pct25 | 62,090 | 79,520 |
| a pct75 | 103,730 | 131,870 |
| a pct90 | 134,830 | 166,960 |
| h mean | 42 | 53 |
| h median | 38 | 49 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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