Job outlooks for Information systems testing technicians

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systems testing technician (22222)

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These outlooks were updated on December 11, 2024.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    Regional outlooks

  • Prince Edward IslandUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • Nova ScotiaGood

    The employment outlook will be good for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in Nova Scotia for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 68%
      • Computer and Electrical Manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 9%
      • Monetary Authorities - central bank and securities, commodity contracts and other intermediation and related activities (NAICS 521, 522, 523): 7%
      • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%
      • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 72% of information systems testing technicians work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 67% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 33% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 24% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 52% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 12% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 10% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Halifax Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • New BrunswickLimited

    The employment outlook will be limited for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in New Brunswick for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in New Brunswick:

    • Approximately 500 people work in this occupation.
    • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 39%
      • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): 13%
      • Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 13%
      • Other management and administrative services (NAICS 55, 56 except 5614): 10%
      • Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 8%
    • 74% of information systems testing technicians work all year, while 26% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 53% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 48% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 15% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 57% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 18% compared to 16% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

    Regional outlooks

    • Fredericton–Oromocto Limited

      The employment outlook will be limited for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

      • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

    • Moncton–Richibucto Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be limited for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

      • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 39%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 25%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 18%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 18%

    • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be limited for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

      • Less than 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2016.

  • QuebecModerate

    The employment outlook will be moderate for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in Quebec for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in Quebec:

    • Approximately 4,550 people work in this occupation.
    • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 52%
      • Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 16%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 95% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 5% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 65% of information systems testing technicians work all year, while 35% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of information systems testing technicians are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 72% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 28% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 32% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 11% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 37% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 9% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 11% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Capitale-Nationale region:

      • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 50%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 35%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 7%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 5%

    • Estrie Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Estrie region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 30 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 62%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 38%

    • Lanaudière Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Lanaudière region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Lanaudière region:

      • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

    • Laurentides Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Laurentides region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Laurentides region:

      • Approximately 390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 69%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 8%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 7%

    • Laval Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region:

      • Approximately 2,960 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montréal Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

      • Approximately 2,960 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Montérégie region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Montérégie region:

      • Approximately 550 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 63%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 16%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 5%

    • Outaouais Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Outaouais region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Outaouais region:

      • Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 38%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 37%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 20%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 6%

  • OntarioModerate

    The employment outlook will be moderate for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in Ontario for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

    What Types of Employers Are Out There?

    • Various industries, but the leading share employed in computer systems design and related services, which include video game design and development
    • Finance and insurance companies

     

    What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

    • The extensive use of advanced digital tools across all industries will continue to create job opportunities
    • However, the pace of job growth may be affected by recent restructuring in the technology sector, including the video game industry

     

    What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

    • Formal education in a related discipline such as computer science
    • Knowledge of computer programming languages such as Java, Structured Query Language and Python
    • Experience with project management approaches such as Agile is also often required; Jira is a software supporting this type of management

     

    What Other Information Will I Find Helpful?

    • In general, Bridging Programs are also available to assist internationally trained professionals in various fields enter the labour market more quickly in the province.

    Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in Ontario:

    • Approximately 6,650 people work in this occupation.
    • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 47%
      • Monetary Authorities - central bank and securities, commodity contracts and other intermediation and related activities (NAICS 521, 522, 523): 12%
      • Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 95% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 72% of information systems testing technicians work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 11% of information systems testing technicians are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 57% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 42% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 24% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 25% compared to 24% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 17% compared to 13% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 56%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 19%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be limited for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

      • Approximately 380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 54%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 12%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 12%
        • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 8%

    • London Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the London region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the London region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 50%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 23%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 21%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 6%

    • Ottawa Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Ottawa region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Ottawa region:

      • Approximately 840 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 47%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 20%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 10%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

    • Toronto Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Toronto region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Toronto region:

      • Approximately 4,190 people work in this occupation.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 53%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 20%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 10%

  • ManitobaGood

    The employment outlook will be good for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in Manitoba for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 45%
      • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): 23%
      • Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 13%
      • Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 11%
      • Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 8%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 65% of information systems testing technicians work all year, while 35% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 41 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 6% of information systems testing technicians are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 60% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 40% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 36% compared to 31% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 38% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 18% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • North Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Winnipeg Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Winnipeg region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Winnipeg region:

      • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 46%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 30%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 24%

  • SaskatchewanGood

    The employment outlook will be good for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in Saskatchewan for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 41%
      • Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 40%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 13%
      • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 6%
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 86% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 14% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 22% compared to 33% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 67% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

    Regional outlooks

    • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

      • Approximately 40 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 40%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 27%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 25%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 9%

  • AlbertaLimited

    The employment outlook will be limited for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in Alberta for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Employment in this field is closely tied to the steadily increasing demand for computer services.
    • As companies continue to adopt the use of advanced digital tools across various industries, growth is expected in this occupation. 
    • The demand for online services, cloud computing, and mobile app development is creating new job opportunities. Furthermore, the integration of various electronic platforms and the need for improved cybersecurity will continue to drive job growth.
    • The increasing use of artificial intelligence, along with its associated challenges, will raise the demand for professionals in this field.


    Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in Alberta:

    • Approximately 600 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 57%
      • Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 10%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 80% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • 71% of information systems testing technicians work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 11% of information systems testing technicians are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 56% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 43% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 28% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 33% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 20% compared to 21% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 11% compared to 9% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Calgary Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be limited for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Calgary region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Employment in this field is closely tied to the steadily increasing demand for computer services.
      • As companies continue to adopt the use of advanced digital tools across various industries, growth is expected in this occupation. 
      • The demand for online services, cloud computing, and mobile app development is creating new job opportunities. Furthermore, the integration of various electronic platforms and the need for improved cybersecurity will continue to drive job growth.
      • The increasing use of artificial intelligence, along with its associated challenges, will raise the demand for professionals in this field.
      • Calgary is one of the fastest-growing tech talent markets in North America, accounting for 7% of Calgary's overall workforce in 2023. In the region, tech employment has jumped 78% during the period of 2018 to 2023.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Calgary region:

      • Approximately 330 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 61%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 19%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 5%

    • Edmonton Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be limited for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Edmonton region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Employment in this field is closely tied to the steadily increasing demand for computer services.
      • As companies continue to adopt the use of advanced digital tools across various industries, growth is expected in this occupation. 
      • The demand for online services, cloud computing, and mobile app development is creating new job opportunities. Furthermore, the integration of various electronic platforms and the need for improved cybersecurity will continue to drive job growth.
      • The increasing use of artificial intelligence, along with its associated challenges, will raise the demand for professionals in this field.
      • The Edmonton region offers a variety of opportunities to acquire the education and skills necessary for this occupation. 
      • Employment opportunities for workers are good in the near-term, as the region's tech sector continues to attract significant venture capital investments. 


      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Edmonton region:

      • Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 55%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 13%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 7%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

  • British ColumbiaModerate

    The employment outlook will be moderate for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in British Columbia for the 2024-2026 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Increasing awareness of the importance of efficient data systems and management makes this occupation in demand across a number of sectors. 


    Demand is centered in the Lower Mainland-Southwest region as many companies have headquarter offices in Metro Vancouver.

    Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 3,700 people work in this occupation.
    • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 56%
      • Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 10%
    • 71% of information systems testing technicians work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 44 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 8% of information systems testing technicians are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 65% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 35% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 30% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 23% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 10% compared to 12% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Cariboo Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 3,070 people work in this occupation.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 57%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 16%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 8%

    • Nechako Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Good

      The employment outlook will be good for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

      • Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 80%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 20%

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be moderate for Information systems testing technicians (NOC 22222) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2024-2026 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about Information systems testing technicians in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

      • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Information systems testing technicians mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 81%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 11%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 8%

  • Yukon TerritoryUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • Northwest TerritoriesUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • NunavutUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

Related links

Canadian Occupational Projection System (COPS) - Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

Labour Market Information Survey
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