career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Epidemiologists and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Epidemiologists | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-1041 | 15-1253 |
| title | Epidemiologists | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers |
| onet code | 19-1041.00 | 15-1253.00 |
| description | Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, or health outcomes. May develop the means for prevention and control. | 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 | 5 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 15 |
| tot emp | 11,460 | 199,800 |
| a mean | 94,160 | 110,260 |
| a median | 83,980 | 102,610 |
| a pct10 | 56,950 | 60,690 |
| a pct25 | 68,040 | 79,520 |
| a pct75 | 106,040 | 131,870 |
| a pct90 | 134,860 | 166,960 |
| h mean | 45 | 53 |
| h median | 40 | 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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