Software QA Tester
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| One's ability to identify errors within a company's products is key. |
The
Software QA Tester career involves testing and
developing software to identify errors. This career option, as of 2015, has
16,179 openings where the worker must confirm software accuracy and reduce the
amount of risks that take place, control problems found within software, and
identify errors. Areas that QA Testers may be put into while they work include product
manager, IT management, enterprise strategy, and customer experience leader. As
for education, Overby (2016) said “many employers prefer to hire candidates who
have attained certification, such as the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation
Level (CTFL) credential”, meaning obtaining the job may be difficult for some.
Computer Systems
Engineer
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| Problem solving and math skills are high in demand for this career. |
The Computer Systems Engineer career involves problem solving surrounding
system security and troubleshooting. Certain skills required for a
position in this field involve math and science skills, and know-how when
working with technology. Educational requirements for this position requires one have a 4-year degree in
information technology, electrical engineering, or computer engineering. The
growth possibilities for this field are estimated “systems software developers
may see a 13% increase in job opportunities for the years 2014-2024” (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015). With that in mind, this career choice would probably require more dedication than most careers in the computer science field.
Network Systems
Administrator
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| Although this career requires no previous work experience, one must still be able to solve complications surrounding technology. |
The Network
Systems Administrator career involves network and
website management. Workers who choose this career path are tasked with making
sure communications and websites are readily available, hardware malfunctions
with networking, and computer server maintenance. With that in mind, “This
work is not for the faint of heart. In a single day, he or she may encounter stacks
of servers, dozens of crisscrossing network cables and major malfunctions with
the hardware and software that runs the company’s local area and wide area
networks” (USNews, 2015). Education for this field requires no previous
experience in the field, but the applicant must have a bachelor’s degree in
computer science.
