Automation index
How much of a QA tester’s job can AI already do?
Today an AI can already do 38% of this job. Architecture, the hard calls, and review still need someone who has broken production.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
QA tester
38%
AI can already do 38% of this job.
#11 / 623
View rankingQA tester
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 55% | +6.6 |
Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to software developers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 55% | +6.1 |
Install, maintain, or use software testing programs.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Monitor program performance to ensure efficient and problem-free operations.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Document test procedures to ensure replicability and compliance with standards.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Create or maintain databases of known test defects.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Provide feedback and recommendations to developers on software usability and functionality.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 39% | 28% | +10.9 |
| Total | 100% | 38% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- internal risk management policy
- ICT quality policy
- software anomalies
- levels of software testing
- quality standards
- quality assurance methodologies
- ICT process quality models
- set quality assurance objectives
- ensure continuous preparedness for audits
- comply with legal regulations
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1253.00· ESCO/ISCO 2519
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Piling operator
19%
#516 / 623
View rankingPiling operator
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Set-out, level and each pile’s log.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
Drive, bore and refusal.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 22% | 8% | +1.8 |
Cage, pour and the tube that rides up.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Vibration, the neighbour and stopping in time.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Plant, access and the one that will not fit.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
To level, and not cracking party walls.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 12% | +1.7 |
| Total | 100% | 19% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- drive piles
- bore
- cages
- refusal level
- site vibration
- pour piles
- piling set-out
- recoverable tubes
Sources for this job· O*NET 47-2073.00· ESCO/ISCO 7114