Software QA Analysts

Computer & Mathematical

AI exposure

  • Data source: BLSPublished: '26.08

    Very high· relative

    LowFour relative bandsVery high

    Group-level value

    Scale, basis and source

    Four relative bands (Low / Moderate / High / Very high)

    831 detailed occupations in the BLS Employment Projections table. Assigned per National Employment Matrix (NEM) code, so occupations sharing a NEM code carry the same band

    Source dataset (XLSX download)

  • Data source: AnthropicPublished: '26.03

    0.519

    0.000Range of values carried here0.745
    Scale, basis and source

    Observed exposure index, 0–1 as published

    Mapped onto O*NET tasks

    Source dataset

  • Data source: ILOPublished: '25

    0.53

    0.09Range of values carried here0.70

    Group-level value

    Scale, basis and source

    Generative AI exposure index, 0–1 as published

    ISCO-08 unit group — every occupation sharing the code gets this value

    Computed by this site, not published by the ILO: of the 1,012 occupations this site links to the ILO dataset, 14% score at or above this value.

    Source dataset

What kind of figure this source publishes

The BLS category is a relative rank, not an absolute level, and it is not a first-hand measurement: it groups an occupation's percentile ranks across several published studies into four bands. It is not an employment or wage forecast, not a probability of adoption, and it does not separate automation from augmentation.

Task-level exposure

Exposed tasks only
TaskClaude.aiRaw / share %APIRaw / share %
Modify existing software to correct errors, allow it to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance.

15-1132

5.974631.99.960732.9
Write new programs or modify existing programs to meet customer requirements, using current programming languages and technologies.

15-1199

3.672919.63.472211.5
Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt it to new hardware, or to upgrade interfaces and improve performance.

15-1133

2.566613.74.597215.2
Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.

15-1132

0.46442.51.46644.8
Provide feedback and recommendations to developers on software usability and functionality.

15-1199

0.41492.20.49651.6
Determine sources of web page or server problems, and take action to correct such problems.

15-1199

0.39962.10.22080.7
Review software documentation to ensure technical accuracy, compliance, or completeness, or to mitigate risks.

15-1199

0.33321.82.41418.0
Develop transactional Web applications, using Web programming software and knowledge of programming languages, such as hypertext markup language (HTML) and extensible markup language (XML).

15-1199

0.27831.50.13160.4
Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.

15-1132

0.26691.40.21850.7
Store, retrieve, and manipulate data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements.

15-1133

0.21511.10.50061.7
Not observed on any surface — 148 task(s) — These tasks have no row in the source for this release. The 0 in the share row is a display-stage composition ratio; absence is what the — in the raw row states.
Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure specifications are met.
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Supervise the work of programmers, technologists and technicians and other engineering and scientific personnel.
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Determine system performance standards.
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Train users to use new or modified equipment.
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Recommend purchase of equipment to control dust, temperature, and humidity in area of system installation.
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Coordinate installation of software system.
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Confer with data processing or project managers to obtain information on limitations or capabilities for data processing projects.
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Monitor functioning of equipment to ensure system operates in conformance with specifications.
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Supervise and assign work to programmers, designers, technologists, technicians, or other engineering or scientific personnel.
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Use microcontrollers to develop control signals, implement control algorithms, or measure process variables, such as temperatures, pressures, or positions.
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Recommend purchase of equipment to control dust, temperature, or humidity in area of system installation.
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Design test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures.
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Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability.
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Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.
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Create or maintain databases of known test defects.
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Plan test schedules or strategies in accordance with project scope or delivery dates.
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Participate in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems.
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Document test procedures to ensure replicability and compliance with standards.
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Develop or specify standards, methods, or procedures to determine product quality or release readiness.
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Install, maintain, or use software testing programs.
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Monitor program performance to ensure efficient and problem-free operations.
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Conduct software compatibility tests with programs, hardware, operating systems, or network environments.
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Install and configure recreations of software production environments to allow testing of software performance.
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Collaborate with field staff or customers to evaluate or diagnose problems and recommend possible solutions.
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Identify program deviance from standards, and suggest modifications to ensure compliance.
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Coordinate user or third party testing.
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Visit beta testing sites to evaluate software performance.
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Conduct historical analyses of test results.
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Monitor system operation to detect potential problems.
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Direct the analysis, development, and operation of complete computer systems.
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Investigate system component suitability for specified purposes and make recommendations regarding component use.
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Design and conduct hardware or software tests.
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Establish functional or system standards to ensure operational requirements, quality requirements, and design constraints are addressed.
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Research, test, or verify proper functioning of software patches and fixes.
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Communicate project information through presentations, technical reports or white papers.
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Direct the installation of operating systems, network or application software, or computer or network hardware.
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Train system users in system operation or maintenance.
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Develop efficient and effective system controllers.
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Back up or modify applications and related data to provide for disaster recovery.
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Administer internet/intranet infrastructure, including components such as web, file transfer protocol (FTP), news and mail servers.
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Collaborate with development teams to discuss, analyze, or resolve usability issues.
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Test backup or recovery plans regularly and resolve any problems.
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Monitor web developments through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups.
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Implement updates, upgrades, and patches in a timely manner to limit loss of service.
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Identify or document backup or recovery plans.
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Collaborate with web developers to create and operate internal and external web sites, or to manage projects, such as e-marketing campaigns.
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Install or configure web server software or hardware to ensure that directory structure is well-defined, logical, secure, and that files are named properly.
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Develop web site performance metrics.
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Identify or address interoperability requirements.
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Document installation or configuration procedures to allow maintenance and repetition.
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Test issues such as system integration, performance, and system security on a regular schedule or after any major program modifications.
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Recommend web site improvements, and develop budgets to support recommendations.
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Inform web site users of problems, problem resolutions or application changes and updates.
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Document application and web site changes or change procedures.
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Perform user testing or usage analyses to determine web sites' effectiveness or usability.
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Correct testing-identified problems, or recommend actions for their resolution.
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Develop and implement marketing plans for home pages, including print advertising or advertisement rotation.
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Set up or maintain monitoring tools on web servers or web sites.
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Develop testing routines and procedures.
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Evaluate testing routines or procedures for adequacy, sufficiency, and effectiveness.
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Test new software packages for use in web operations or other applications.
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Perform integrated or computerized Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analyses to address scientific problems.
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Assist users in formulating Geographic Information Systems (GIS) requirements or understanding the implications of alternatives.
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Conduct or coordinate research, data analysis, systems design, or support for software such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or Global Positioning Systems (GPS) mapping software.
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Make recommendations regarding upgrades considering implications of new or revised Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software, equipment, or applications.
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Coordinate the development or administration of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) projects, including the development of technical priorities, client reporting and interface, or coordination and review of schedules and budgets.
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Lead, train, or supervise technicians or related staff in the conduct of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analytical procedures.
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Create, edit, or analyze geospatial data, using Global Positioning Systems (GPS) or digitizing techniques.
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Conduct feasibility studies or identify system, time, equipment, or cost requirements for projects.
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Coordinate or direct research or publication activities of technicians or related staff.
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Apply three-dimensional (3D) or four-dimensional (4D) technologies to geospatial data to allow for new or different analyses or applications.
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Develop new applications for geospatial technology in areas such as farmland preservation, pollution measurement, or utilities operations management.
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Read current literature, talk with colleagues, continue education, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology, equipment, or systems.
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Transfer or rescale information from original photographs onto maps or other photographs.
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Review existing or incoming data for currency, accuracy, usefulness, quality, or completeness of documentation.
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Interpret aerial or ortho photographs.
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Design or prepare graphic representations of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, using GIS hardware or software applications.
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Design or coordinate the development of integrated Geographic Information Systems (GIS) spatial or non-spatial databases.
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Analyze Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data for use in urban planning applications that promote better land use or reduce environmental impacts of development.
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Analyze Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data to determine the best locations for renewable energy sites, including solar or wind energy installations.
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Apply Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data in transportation routing settings to determine the best routing to reduce pollution or energy consumption.
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Confer with biologists or other researchers in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data to define wildlife areas or corridors for land use planning.
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Participate in projects that map changes in carbon emissions levels across different geographic locations, using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data.
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Test changes to database applications or systems.
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Set up database clusters, backup, or recovery processes.
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Monitor and report systems resource consumption trends to assure production systems meet availability requirements and hardware enhancements are scheduled appropriately.
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Identify and correct deviations from database development standards.
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Develop load-balancing processes to eliminate down time for backup processes.
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Review designs, codes, test plans, or documentation to ensure quality.
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Verify the structure, accuracy, or quality of warehouse data.
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Create plans, test files, and scripts for data warehouse testing, ranging from unit to integration testing.
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Conduct or coordinate tests to ensure that intelligence is consistent with defined needs.
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Create or review technical design documentation to ensure the accurate development of reporting solutions.
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Perform risk assessments to develop response strategies.
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Submit project deliverables, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
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Monitor the performance of project team members, providing and documenting performance feedback.
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Schedule and facilitate meetings related to information technology projects.
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Negotiate with project stakeholders or suppliers to obtain resources or materials.
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Initiate, review, or approve modifications to project plans.
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Establish and execute a project communication plan.
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Identify need for initial or supplemental project resources.
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Coordinate recruitment or selection of project personnel.
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Develop and manage annual budgets for information technology projects.
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Assign duties, responsibilities, and spans of authority to project personnel.
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Define product requirements, based on market research analysis, in collaboration with user interface design and engineering staff.
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Assist in the evaluation or negotiation of contracts with vendors or online partners.
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Propose online or multiple-sales-channel campaigns to marketing executives.
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Conduct financial modeling for online marketing programs or Web site revenue forecasting.
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Communicate and collaborate with merchants, Webmasters, bloggers, or online editors to strategically place hyperlinks.
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Collaborate with other marketing staff to integrate and complement marketing strategies across multiple sales channels.
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Evaluate new emerging media or technologies and make recommendations for their application within Internet marketing or search marketing campaigns.
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Execute or manage banner, video, or other non-text link ad campaigns.
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Manage tracking and reporting of search-related activities and provide analyses to marketing executives.
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Keep abreast of government regulations and emerging Web technology to ensure regulatory compliance by reviewing current literature, talking with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending meetings or workshops, or participating in professional organizations or conferences.
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Resolve product availability problems in collaboration with customer service staff.
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Assist in the development of online transactional or security policies.
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Prepare electronic commerce designs or prototypes, such as storyboards, mock-ups, or other content, using graphics design software.
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Identify and develop commercial or technical specifications, such as usability, pricing, checkout, or data security, to promote transactional internet-enabled commerce functionality.
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Review or evaluate competitive products, film, music, television, and other art forms to generate new game design ideas.
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Keep abreast of game design technology and techniques, industry trends, or audience interests, reactions, and needs by reviewing current literature, talking with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending meetings or workshops, or participating in professional organizations or conferences.
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Provide feedback to designers and other colleagues regarding game design features.
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Balance and adjust gameplay experiences to ensure the critical and commercial success of the product.
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Write or supervise the writing of game text and dialogue.
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Solicit, obtain, and integrate feedback from design and technical staff into original game design.
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Provide feedback to production staff regarding technical game qualities or adherence to original design.
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Prepare two-dimensional concept layouts or three-dimensional mock-ups.
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Present new game design concepts to management and technical colleagues, including artists, animators, and programmers.
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Prepare and revise initial game sketches using two- and three-dimensional graphical design software.
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Oversee gameplay testing to ensure intended gaming experience and game adherence to original vision.
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Guide design discussions between development teams.
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Devise missions, challenges, or puzzles to be encountered in game play.
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Create gameplay prototypes for presentation to creative and technical staff and management.
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Create and manage documentation, production schedules, prototyping goals, and communication plans in collaboration with production staff.
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Conduct regular design reviews throughout the game development process.
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Document all aspects of formal game design, using mock-up screenshots, sample menu layouts, gameplay flowcharts, and other graphical devices.
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Create core game features including storylines, role-play mechanics, and character biographies for a new video game or game franchise.
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Provide test specifications to quality assurance staff.
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Create gameplay test plans for internal and external test groups.
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Monitor regulatory activity to maintain compliance with records and document management laws.
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Retrieve electronic assets from repository for distribution to users, collecting and returning to repository, if necessary.
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Propose recommendations for improving content management system capabilities.
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Develop, document, or maintain standards, best practices, or system usage procedures.
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Consult with end users regarding problems in accessing electronic content.
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Conduct needs assessments to identify document management requirements of departments or end users.
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Assist in the development of document or content classification taxonomies to facilitate information capture, search, and retrieval.
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Assist in determining document management policies to facilitate efficient, legal, and secure access to electronic content.
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Keep abreast of developments in document management technologies and techniques by reviewing current literature, talking with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending meetings or workshops, or participating in professional organizations or conferences.
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Prepare and record changes to official documents and confirm changes with legal and compliance management staff, including enterprise-wide records management staff.
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Data sources & licenses — O*NET®, Anthropic Economic Index, Eloundou et al. (2023): see full notices on the Credits page

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