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So, I am a Quality Assurance Analyst with almost 13 years experience. I am bored with Quality Assurance. I can do it with my eyes closed. My question is this: What is the fastest way to get a job doing software development? I have self studied Java and C#. I also have half a masters degree in Computer Science. My undergrad degree is in something other than computers. Do I go for certificates? Do hiring managers look at those?
2 answers - Asked By: TheDruid - 4/21/2011
I recently graduated from college and have been working for a few months in QA as an independent contractor. For a certain software project, I am in charge of writing test scripts, testing new features, organizing and administrating regression testing, and making sure the program works correctly in general. My degree is not in software, but it is in a technical field. I've been making $25/hr, but now they're hiring me on full time. I've never had a full salaried job before and am wondering what salary I should expect. Estimates?
1 answer - Asked By: George Kelson - 11/26/2012
Job Hunting: Is anyone looking for an excellent Software Quality Assurance manager or senior analyst in the Chicago area? Please contact me via email (lammerm60008@yahooo.com) if you are in need of an excellent Softare Quality Assurance manager or senior analyst. But only Full Time in the Chicago area and suburbs.
1 answer - Asked By: lammerm60008 - 4/9/2008
I am going to major in Information systems management and technology, but recently I've been looking at various job listings and happened to see that most employers want 5+ years of experience----coupled with hundreds of certifications that must be constantly renewed. These demanding requirements have caused me to doubt this major.... Are there any jobs in this field that are easy to break into and do not require so many certifications and experience?
1 answer - Asked By: Jibreel H - 12/24/2012
Hey, what are the qualit assurance tools or software avialbel in the real environment.. can i have a list of those quality assurance tools? thank you
2 answers - Asked By: Poor - 5/26/2010
I have 5+ yrs experience in IT industry. In the coming months, I will be assigned to a project where my role will be architect. I want to know, what exactly an architect do in software development? Is there any site which can help me out?
1 answer - Asked By: Kalyan Bhadra - 3/15/2010
I have a Bachelor's degree in computer science. What can I do that isn't strictly programming or software development (it can involve some programming, but not where 100?f your work is coding)? Also what can I do that's outside of the IT industry? And what would I need to have or learn besides my degree to get there?
3 answers - Asked By: eternus - 7/18/2009
I'm doing a project on top 10 jobs (in my opinion). And I want to add something to my list where I test stuff like PCs or phones (aka iPhone or Samsung Galaxy) and portable game devices (PlayStation Vita) Stuff like that, anyone have any ideas? Cause I have no clue on what to look up :P Thanks!
1 answer - Asked By: Addictedtogames - 2/8/2012
My dream job is to have a office (dosent matter if its small or big or if its just a desk) and to work on a computer and get good pay. but i dont know what types of jobs have this? can you tell me some jobs:??? please and thank you
4 answers - Asked By: ily - 6/20/2010
I've been working as a Quality Assurance analyst for 5+ years. However, my company doesn't use any of the Mercury software testing tools. Many QA jobs seem to want candidates to have experience using these tools. Does anyone know of companies that actually train their employees on how to use these software testing tools?
2 answers - Asked By: phipsi189 - 5/31/2007
I am a recent graduate and I have two job offers. The first is with a drilling company doing well planning, and the other is with a software company doing quality assurance. The drilling company pays ~40k with full benefits The software company pays ~48.5k with full benefits Both have pros and cons. Just want some other opinions, ideas that I may not have thought of and ect. Thank You.
1 answer - Asked By: Lifepack - 10/5/2012
Also, is there ANY career in computers that is in Business? Is there any career that I can get, where I could interact with at least SOME people?
4 answers - Asked By: Cory B - 12/14/2008
What are 3 of the top skills you need to be successful at being a QA analyst? What is the average salary? What is involved in this line of work........ specifically?
2 answers - Asked By: blue skies - 8/14/2008
Hi I am from Toronto, and wondering if anyone can help me to advise that how could I start looking for a job specially in DUBAI, like in Toronto we have two famous website www.workopolis.com and monster.com, all you have to do attched your Resume over there and recruiters start contacting with you. I am a professional Software Quality Assurance Analyst, and like to settle down in DUBAI, I will appriciate the members who is going to respond on this. Thanks
2 answers - Asked By: Muhammad Nasir - 8/27/2007
So I live in Arizona and need to start working . most of my time i play vidoe games and i wanna be a video game tester. so i hav an xbox 360 a ps3 and the pc i play variety of games on each. i am looking foir a job somewhere here in arizona i am trying to be familiar with some software and wanna start learning more for a job that i am requesting any help and detail wouldhelp thank yu
2 answers - Asked By: max out - 5/26/2011
Graphic design forensic science computer science aerospace engineer computer engineer mechanical engineer software engineer if its not to much, wat would the average salarys be for each one?
2 answers - Asked By: Joe T - 10/1/2008
7 answers - Asked By: ~Amze~man u baby! - 7/25/2006
Hi I am working as Quality Assurance Analyst. I want to advance in this field by learning HP Quality center (QC ) and Quality test professional(QTP). Could some body advise where to start and which tools is more important from Software testing career perspective? and shall i first learn QC or QTP ? Any help or guidance would be greatly appreciated.. Thanks!!
1 answer - Asked By: Sumeet Sharma - 3/26/2012
I am engineering graduate from Electronics and Communication Major. Which Engineering job is better, Embedded , Software, VLSI or Technical Sales Engineer ? Hee, its a Bachelor of Engineering Degree. provided in India. Yes its the real engineering degree like Electrical engineering. Its a major developed from Electrical Engineering which moves to electronics and Communication.
1 answer - Asked By: Indresh - 6/29/2012
Okay i am trying to decide. whats the difference between these three below: the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science with software design the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science with science option the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science with business option. can you please be simple as possible explaining and also what the salary is for each. thanks
1 answer - Asked By: Nicole - 2/22/2013
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18.6%
Master's
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Associates
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Software Quality Assurance Analyst

Maintains product quality by analyzing procedures and output; recommending improvements.
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