Empowering engineering teams to achieve excellence
I'm Steve Goode, Head of Engineering at Nearform with over 20 years of experience in software engineering and technical leadership. I specialize in technical mentoring, engineering promotion processes, and building high-performing teams that deliver exceptional results.
My Journey
Head of Engineering - Nearform
Present
Leading engineering excellence at a global technology consultancy. Running engineering promotion processes, technical lead mentoring and coaching, technical recruitment processes, and performance review analysis. Building high-performing teams that deliver world-class software solutions.
Senior Engineering Roles - Sky Betting & Gaming
Previous Role
Developed expertise in large-scale systems and team leadership within one of the UK's leading technology companies. Gained experience in high-availability systems serving millions of users.
Software Engineering - MICRON RESEARCH LIMITED
Earlier Career
Built foundational engineering skills and experience in software development. Developed understanding of professional software practices and contributed to innovative technology solutions.
20+ Years of Growth
Ongoing Journey
Continuous evolution from individual contributor to technical leader, building expertise in software engineering, team building, and organizational excellence throughout two decades in the industry.
Leadership Philosophy
People First
Great software is built by great teams. I prioritize creating environments where engineers can do their best work, grow their skills, and find meaning in what they build.
Technical Excellence
Quality isn't negotiable. I believe in building systems that are maintainable, scalable, and reliable. This means investing in good practices, tooling, and architecture from the start.
Continuous Learning
Technology evolves rapidly, and so must we. I foster cultures of learning, experimentation, and knowledge sharing where teams can adapt and grow together.
Impact-Driven
Every line of code should serve a purpose. I focus teams on delivering meaningful value to users while maintaining a sustainable pace and high engineering standards.
Technical Expertise
Technical Leadership
Engineering Mentoring, Technical Coaching, Promotion Frameworks, Performance Management
Recruitment & Development
Technical Recruitment, Team Building, Career Development, Skills Assessment
Modern Web Technologies
JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, React, Modern Web Architectures, API Design
Engineering Excellence
Process Design, Quality Assurance, Technical Strategy, Organizational Scaling
Let's Connect
I'm always interested in connecting with fellow engineering leaders, discussing technical mentoring approaches, or sharing insights on building exceptional engineering teams.
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