career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers and Web Developers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | Web Developers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-1253 | 15-1254 |
| title | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | Web Developers |
| onet code | 15-1253.00 | 15-1254.00 |
| description | 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. | Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces. Evaluate code to ensure that it is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers and devices. Optimize website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes. May develop website infrastructure and integrate websites with other computer applications. |
| job zone | 4 | 3 |
| major group | 15 | 15 |
| tot emp | 199,800 | 78,860 |
| a mean | 110,260 | 98,790 |
| a median | 102,610 | 90,930 |
| a pct10 | 60,690 | 48,560 |
| a pct25 | 79,520 | 63,140 |
| a pct75 | 131,870 | 124,300 |
| a pct90 | 166,960 | 162,870 |
| h mean | 53 | 47 |
| h median | 49 | 43 |
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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