Test computer system operations to ensure proper functioning.

Test software performance.

Modify software programs to improve performance.

Develop diagrams or flow charts of system operation.

Develop models of information or communications systems.

Write computer programming code.

Resolve computer software problems.

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Computers and Electronics

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Mathematics

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Engineering and Technology

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

English Language

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Customer and Personal Service

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Administration and Management

Writing computer programs for various purposes.

Programming

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Active Listening

Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Complex Problem Solving

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Critical Thinking

Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Quality Control Analysis

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Reading Comprehension

Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.