career Comparison
Compare key metrics between General and Operations Managers and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | General and Operations Managers | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 11-1021 | 15-1253 |
| title | General and Operations Managers | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers |
| onet code | 11-1021.00 | 15-1253.00 |
| description | Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors. | 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 | 11 | 15 |
| tot emp | 3,584,420 | 199,800 |
| a mean | 133,120 | 110,260 |
| a median | 102,950 | 102,610 |
| a pct10 | 47,420 | 60,690 |
| a pct25 | 67,160 | 79,520 |
| a pct75 | 164,130 | 131,870 |
| a pct90 | N/A | 166,960 |
| h mean | 64 | 53 |
| h median | 49 | 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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