Katie Walker
About Katie Walker
Katie Walker is a Test Engineer II based in Kansas City, Missouri, with a background in Mass Communication and Media Studies from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She has experience in quality assurance and emphasizes the importance of team dynamics and communication in her work.
Current Role at Crema
Katie Walker currently serves as a Test Engineer II at Crema, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on quality assurance, emphasizing the importance of team dynamics and functional processes. Her responsibilities include ensuring that products meet quality standards and that client relationships are maintained throughout the testing process.
Previous Experience at Crema
Prior to her current role, Katie worked at Crema as a Test Engineer I from 2020 to 2022. During this time, she developed her skills in quality assurance and contributed to various projects, enhancing her understanding of testing methodologies and client interactions.
Educational Background
Katie studied at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, where she earned a degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies from 2017 to 2021. She also attended Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley, achieving an Associate in Arts degree in Communications from 2014 to 2016. This educational background has equipped her with strong communication skills relevant to her career.
Quality Assurance Philosophy
Katie emphasizes the importance of communication and feedback in the quality assurance process. She believes that effective team dynamics and strong client relationships are essential for successful project outcomes. Her testing strategy incorporates curiosity and empathy, allowing her to approach challenges with a user-centered mindset.
Diverse Work Experience
Katie has a diverse work history that includes roles such as a Writing Tutor at Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City from 2015 to 2017, a Quality Assurance Engineer at Retail Success from 2019 to 2020, and a Tech Support Representative at POSIM in 2019. She also served as a Community Outreach Leader at GlobalHouse in 2016 and completed a Communications Internship at Folk Alliance International from 2018 to 2019.