career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 13-1161 | 15-1253 |
| title | Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers |
| onet code | 13-1161.00 | 15-1253.00 |
| description | Research conditions in local, regional, national, or online markets. Gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or plan a marketing or advertising campaign. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. May employ search marketing tactics, analyze web metrics, and develop recommendations to increase search engine ranking and visibility to target markets. | 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 | 13 | 15 |
| tot emp | 861,140 | 199,800 |
| a mean | 86,480 | 110,260 |
| a median | 76,950 | 102,610 |
| a pct10 | 42,070 | 60,690 |
| a pct25 | 56,220 | 79,520 |
| a pct75 | 104,870 | 131,870 |
| a pct90 | 144,610 | 166,960 |
| h mean | 41 | 53 |
| h median | 37 | 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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