Why Software Testing is the best job for moms

I know Tech jobs sound intimidating, some people (by people I mean moms) think they are not good with “computers” and can’t fathom the idea of working in Software, but let me tell you something, if you are a mother, then you have super powers and you are more than qualified for this position, the best part? You don’t even need to learn how to code. 

Now yes there are types of testing that require programming skills, something you can learn in 6 months if you have the time to immerse yourself in YouTube or an online course, BUT if you barely have time to eat or sleep like I do, then programming isn’t an option and you are better off doing the types of testing that don’t require it.

With that said, why do I think this is THE job for moms? Because of the freedom it gives you. No one needs to be able to walk away from a computer 100 times a day like moms do, no one loses focus every 5 minutes due to a random interruption by a little creature like moms do, no one has to worry about laundry, dinner, dishes, pet feeding, breastfeeding like moms do, and on top of all the household work, who can afford to live on one income nowadays? We need to provide as well as our husbands, especially to keep up with inflation, so on top of all the household duties, we also have to help with the bills.

Software Testing is the answer, because you can do it remotely, you can do it on your own time, you can be interrupted constantly and continue where you left at any moment, the pay is higher than average, actually higher than most jobs, and its easy to learn, easy to grow and provides job security. Maybe not the same job, that’s not what I mean (As I’m writing this, I’m on my 13th job) no job is forever, lay offs will become your best friend and you’ll see them for what they are, an opportunity to grow, an opportunity to learn a new type of software, and an opportunity for a raise. 

The type of job security that I’m talking about means you will always be on high demand. All companies need testers, all industries need testers.  Where there is software, there is a need for someone to test it. There are more jobs out there than there are testers, which Is why I’m writing this blog, I can’t do it all alone hahaha.

Now here is a list of Transferable skills from Motherhood to Testing, and why I think Moms are perfect for this type of job:

  1. Multitasking Mastery:
    • Motherhood: Juggling various tasks from feeding and soothing to managing household chores.
    • Software Testing: Balancing multiple testing activities, such as functional, regression, and performance testing simultaneously.
  2. Effective Communication:
    • Motherhood: Articulating needs and instructions to children in a clear and concise manner.
    • Software Testing: Communicating bugs, issues, and testing progress to developers and team members effectively.
  3. Patience and Perseverance:
    • Motherhood: Navigating the challenges of parenting with patience and enduring through various stages of child development.
    • Software Testing: Patiently executing repetitive tests and persevering through complex debugging processes.
  4. Attention to Detail:
    • Motherhood: Noticing the small details that may indicate a child’s needs or well-being.
    • Software Testing: Identifying intricate software issues and ensuring comprehensive test coverage.
  5. Analytical Thinking:
    • Motherhood: Assessing situations, making quick decisions, and adapting parenting strategies as needed.
    • Software Testing: Analyzing software requirements, identifying potential risks, and devising effective test plans.
  6. Time Management:
    • Motherhood: Efficiently organizing daily routines to meet both parental and personal responsibilities.
    • Software Testing: Meeting testing deadlines and managing time effectively to achieve testing goals.
  7. Adaptability:
    • Motherhood: Adjusting parenting techniques to accommodate the changing needs of growing children, not to mention learning how to use online apps and resources to upload homework and help your child with online activities for school, all things you never knew before being a parent.
    • Software Testing: Adapting testing strategies to evolving project requirements, learning new software (every company uses different software for defect tracking or management)
  8. Empathy and User-Centric Focus:
    • Motherhood: Understanding and connecting with a child’s emotions and needs.
    • Software Testing: Putting oneself in the user’s shoes to simulate real-world scenarios and anticipate user experiences, communicating with developers about their “defects” in a respectful and considerate manner.
  9. Problem-Solving Skills:
    • Motherhood: Tackling unexpected parenting challenges and finding creative solutions.
    • Software Testing: Identifying and resolving software defects, collaborating with developers to address issues.
  10. Team Collaboration:
    • Motherhood: Working with family members to create a supportive and cohesive family unit.
    • Software Testing: Collaborating with developers, product managers, and other team members to ensure a quality software product.