The Salary of a Senior QA Analyst for Video Games
A senior quality assurance analyst, often called a senior QA analyst, conducts internal audits, serves as a liaison with vendors and suppliers and helps develop strategic planning around quality assurance measures. A senior QA analyst has advanced knowledge and experience in the position, usually five to 10 years, and typically has a college diploma or university degree in software engineering, computer science or business engineering. The salary will be different at each video game company.
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Salaries
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The annual salary of a computer system analyst was $75,500 in 2008, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. A senior quality assurance analyst working in computer systems design, where video game companies are categorized, averaged $78,680 in 2008. If your company is in an area where the cost of living is high, you may earn more than this average.
Job Description
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A QA analyst for a video game company ensures the product works the way it should and meets customer specifications. Salary is based primarily on the level of responsibility and job description. The more advanced the tasks and the higher the degree required to complete the position, the higher the salary.
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Leadership
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Being a senior QA analyst is usually the step before taking on managerial positions such as chief information officer. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, top executives working in computer systems design and related services for the 2010-2011 year earned $133,140 annually. This is the highest salary among top executives.
Considerations
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Most companies compensate workers based on competitive salaries and benefits for a specific field and geographic region. A company's human resources department obtains data on what certain professions should earn based on what other companies are offering to attract talented workers. If you earn less in monetary wages but are compensated by a generous benefits package, you should include this as part of your overall compensation and salary.
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References
- Bureau of Labor Statistics: Computer Systems Analysts
- CNN Money; Best Jobs in America; 2009
- Marvel: Our Business Areas Overview
- Online Education Database: The Ultimate Guide to Video Game Degrees and Careers
- UnitedAmerica Indemnity Group Inc.: Senior Quality Assurance Analyst Job Description
- Bureau of Labor Statistics: Top Executives
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