Quality Assurance Tester
65AI CAN DO65%moving to95%
THE DOOR, NOWC
THE DOOR, 20 YRSE
STARTING PAY£22,000 - £27,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
CAREERMASH (EN)FROM DIGITAL & TECHNOLOGY →
Quality Assurance Tester
Quality assurance testers find bugs and problems in computer software before it reaches people using it. They test apps and websites thoroughly to make sure they work properly and are easy to use.
This work is being absorbed by AI
AI already does much of this work and nothing structurally requires a human: no licence, no physical task, no relationship at the core. Expect fewer people in higher-judgment roles: enter as the person directing the tools, not competing with them.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Quality Assurance TesterAs a Junior QA Tester, you will assist in executing test cases and documenting results. This role is ideal for recent graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in software testing.£22,000 - £27,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level Quality Assurance TesterIn this role, you will lead testing efforts, mentor junior testers, and work closely with development teams to ensure quality standards are met. Your expertise will be crucial in improving testing processes.£30,000 - £38,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Quality Assurance TesterAs a Senior QA Tester, you will oversee the testing strategy for projects, manage a team of testers, and liaise with stakeholders to ensure quality objectives align with business goals.£42,000+
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.