Kristina Labakhua Email & Phone Number

Düsseldorf, Nrw, De

Germany

- Automated 200+ regression test cases using Playwright and JavaScript, reducing manual testing time by 98% (from 1.5-2 hours to 2 minutes) through integration into CI/CD pipelines.- Prevented production issues by proactively identifying risky trends and improving release metrics, ensuring stability through quick rollbacks and collaboration with developers.- Designed and automated test cases for multiple web apps, increasing test coverage to 95% and ensuring thorough frontend (DevTools) and backend (Postman, REST API) validation.- Mentored team members on test automation, enhancing team productivity and knowledge sharing. Co-authored key testing documentation, including test strategies and risk analyses to streamline QA processes.

Wrocław, Dolnośląskie, Poland

- Delivered three major releases with zero critical bugs by refining 100+ test cases and increasing regression testing efficiency by 20%.- Collaborated with POs and developers to ensure complete SRS (Software Requirements Specification) coverage, identifying corner cases and improving overall test quality.- Led 10 product demos, clearly communicating technical details to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, earning positive feedback.- Performed manual smoke, integration, and regression testing across 3 environments and 4 localizations, preventing the release of 9 critical bugs.- Developed detailed test plans for each release cycle, ensuring smooth execution across all environments.- Mentored new teammates and conducted knowledge transfers to help onboard new engineers and support team growth.- Established QA processes and documentation for a native iOS e-commerce application, ensuring long-term maintainability and successful project handoffs.

- Reduced release testing time by 30% by revising and refactoring all legacy test cases, significantly improving the efficiency of the QA process.- Conducted manual sanity, functional, and regression testing of API, web, and desktop applications using Fiddler, Postman, and SQL, ensuring full test coverage.- Developed and executed detailed test cases and reports for new features, tracking and managing issues in Jira.- Estimated testing resources and created comprehensive test plans, ensuring efficient release cycles.- Designed and provided test data for the release phase, supporting the QA team’s consistent testing execution.- Identified, reported, and logged software defects using Postman, browser devtools, and SQL, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, bug-free software.

- Developed and implemented the first 10 test cases from scratch using GitLab as a TMS, establishing the foundation for the project’s QA process.- Designed, implemented, and debugged 4 automated test cases for the web UI using TestNG and Selenide Java, reducing starting page testing time to under 1 minute.- Organized and structured scattered project documents into a comprehensive project Wiki, improving team collaboration and accessibility of project information.- Identified and logged software defects using Postman, browser devtools, and GitLab Issues, ensuring early detection and resolution of critical bugs.- Performed manual testing of REST API by executing CRUD requests with Postman, ensuring backend functionality.- Conducted manual UI/UX and functional testing for a native mobile iOS application, validating user interface and experience consistency.- Gained hands-on experience in QA automation with tools like TestNG, Maven, JUnit5, and Rest Assured, enhancing test coverage and automation proficiency.

Russia

- Quickly mastered customs regulations and requirements, ensuring compliance in all international shipments. Managed relationships with foreign suppliers, forwarders, and customs offices to streamline the import process.- Developed a new product import strategy that reduced delivery times by 2 weeks, improving production timelines and increasing operational efficiency.- Created detailed requirements for an internal software tool used by the development team to automate documentation collection and initial compliance checks, reducing processing time by 25%.- Ensured all shipment documentation met compliance standards, minimizing delays and ensuring smooth customs clearance.

Russia

- Led end-to-end project management, from initial negotiations with partners and suppliers to market analysis, pricing strategy, and product documentation. Developed sales scripts and presentations for stakeholders.- Supervised the prototype manufacturing process and established manufacturing pipelines to ensure timely product development.- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including suppliers, legal, logistics, engineering, sales, and manufacturing, to ensure seamless project execution and delivery.- Utilized Waterfall methodologies, SMART framework, and SWOT analysis to define and track project milestones, manage risks, and ensure on-time delivery.- Improved 5 key business processes across 3 departments, enhancing cross-department collaboration and operational efficiency.- Successfully met all project milestones and deadlines, resulting in 30 pre-orders and high customer satisfaction during industry expositions and conferences.- Played a pivotal role in launching a product that became a standard solution for high-risk industries, including power generation and civil infrastructure.