People with high functioning Autism employed as software testers
There is tragically a high percentage of unemployment surrounding those with high functioning autism. Stigma and a lack of understanding have a lot to do with this fact. However, its not all bad, the brainy and intuitive traits of those with high functioning autism is now leading some employers to seek them out as software testers. This article in the San Francisco gate describes how Specialisterne a Danish company founded by a man with an autistic son, is actively recruiting. Much of the work involves testing mobile applications and the company is also developing a training program designed at teaching people with Aspergers and high functioning Autism how to test. You can find more information at http://www.boasspecialister.dk/Home.html