Software operation test operator
ソフトウェアどうさてすとかかりいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that verifies whether software operates as per requirements through manual and automated tests, ensuring quality.
Description
Software operation test operators are specialists who check if developed software functions according to specifications and ensure quality. They create test plans based on requirements, develop test cases and scripts, execute them using manual tests or automated test tools, detect bugs, report them, and re-verify. They use bug tracking tools such as JIRA or Redmine, collaborate with development teams to resolve issues. Understanding of agile development processes and CI/CD environments is required, along with a wide range of skills including test automation, performance testing, and security testing.
Future Outlook
With the promotion of DX, the importance of software quality is increasing, and demand for test automation and AI utilization is growing. Expertise in quality assurance is increasingly required.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Curious or inquisitive / Logical thinking / Patient
Work Style
Agile development / Contract development / Flex / Full remote / In-house development
Career Path
Junior test engineer → Test leader → QA engineer → QA manager → Test automation engineer
Required Skills
Bug management tools / Programming (Python, Shell, etc.) / SQL data validation / Test automation / Test case creation / Test design
Recommended Skills
CI/CD pipeline / Performance testing / Script creation / Security testing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is essential for test design and root cause analysis. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to not miss mistakes or bugs. |
| Problem Solving | Important for investigating causes of problems and considering countermeasures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, with low physical burden. |
Related Qualifications
- Fundamental Information Technology Engineer Examination
- ISTQB Foundation Level
Aliases
- Operation test staff
- QA staff
- Software tester
- Test engineer
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