I am Kristina Botova, a QA Engineer with 9+ years of experience delivering high-quality software across Web and Mobile platforms. I specialize in functional, regression, integration, and automation testing, and I enjoy collaborating with developers and stakeholders to identify root causes and ensure reliable releases. I thrive in fast-paced environments like gaming and e-commerce, mentor teams, and drive QA strategies from planning through delivery. I’m passionate about building scalable test frameworks and bridging onshore/offshore teams to ship polished products.

Kristina Botova

I am Kristina Botova, a QA Engineer with 9+ years of experience delivering high-quality software across Web and Mobile platforms. I specialize in functional, regression, integration, and automation testing, and I enjoy collaborating with developers and stakeholders to identify root causes and ensure reliable releases. I thrive in fast-paced environments like gaming and e-commerce, mentor teams, and drive QA strategies from planning through delivery. I’m passionate about building scalable test frameworks and bridging onshore/offshore teams to ship polished products.

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I am Kristina Botova, a QA Engineer with 9+ years of experience delivering high-quality software across Web and Mobile platforms. I specialize in functional, regression, integration, and automation testing, and I enjoy collaborating with developers and stakeholders to identify root causes and ensure reliable releases.

I thrive in fast-paced environments like gaming and e-commerce, mentor teams, and drive QA strategies from planning through delivery. I’m passionate about building scalable test frameworks and bridging onshore/offshore teams to ship polished products.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Test Engineer at BetMGM
October 1, 2022 - Present
Develop QA strategies, test plans, and specifications aligned with business and technical requirements. Test casino and sports betting features across Web, iOS, and Android environments. Perform on-site field testing and validation of gaming and betting functionalities. Identify, document, and report defects to offshore development teams. Collaborate with IT Data Programmers/ Analysts on advanced development initiatives impacting testing environments. Mentor and train QA team members; lead resolution efforts on complex issues during implementation. Provide ongoing project updates, task prioritization, and risk assessments.
Quality Assurance Specialist at Majesco / Allianz
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Executed functional, exploratory, regression, and manual testing within an Agile environment. Ensured adherence to established QA processes, policies, and best practices. Collaborated with business partners to create test plans for client implementations. Deployed builds to test environments and validated successful deployments. Identified and documented defects; worked closely with development to ensure timely resolution. Conducted post-release testing and product demos.
Manual QA Tester at O'Reilly Auto Parts
April 1, 2020 - January 31, 2022
Created detailed test scenarios and executed test cases for POS systems. Logged and managed defects using Jira; prepared weekly status reports for project leadership. Worked closely with developers and project managers to clarify requirements. Performed SQL-based data analysis to validate POS configurations and troubleshoot issues. Recommended enhancements to improve accuracy of POS system changes and configurations. Provided technical support for POS testing and rollout.
Software QA Engineer at Ciklum Inc.
September 1, 2016 - April 30, 2020
Performed functional, exploratory, and ad-hoc testing on Web, iOS, and Android applications. Used Xcode, ADB, and Android Studio to test mobile features and validate builds. Collaborated with Customer Support to triage and investigate production issues. Participated in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and backlog refinement. Developed test cases and validated features across devices, browsers, and OS versions. Reported defects in Jira and collaborated with QA Leads and Product Managers.

Education

Master of Science in Computer Science at Fort Hays State University
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Fort Hays State University
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Software & Internet, Financial Services, Retail, Professional Services