Steve Heasman
About Steve Heasman
Steve Heasman is a Test Manager with extensive experience in IT testing across various sectors, including financial services and e-learning. He holds an ISTQB Advanced Level certification and has worked in multiple roles related to testing and IT support since 2003.
Current Role at Onefamily
Steve Heasman serves as the Non-functional Test Manager at Onefamily, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing non-functional testing processes, ensuring that the software products meet performance and reliability standards. His tenure at Onefamily spans over nine years, during which he has contributed to the enhancement of testing methodologies and frameworks.
Previous Experience in Testing and IT Support
Steve Heasman has a diverse background in testing and IT support roles across various organizations. He worked at Family Investments in multiple capacities, including Test Analyst, Lead Test Analyst, and IT Infrastructure Technician from 2009 to 2015. Prior to that, he was employed at Insurecom as an IT Support Analyst and Software Implementation Engineer from 2004 to 2008. His experience also includes a role as a Technical Support Engineer at Marston's Plc for eight months in 2008.
Educational Background
Steve Heasman studied at the University of Sussex, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Psychology from 1998 to 2001. This educational foundation has contributed to his ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders in his professional roles.
Certifications and Professional Skills
Steve holds an ISTQB Advanced Level certification in IT testing, which underscores his expertise in the field. He possesses hands-on experience in manual testing, performance testing, test automation, and software development. His skills extend to technical project management and systems administration, enabling him to design and implement performance and automated regression test frameworks.
Industry Experience
Steve Heasman has extensive experience in various sectors, including financial services, e-learning, e-commerce, and utilities. His diverse background allows him to adapt testing strategies to meet the specific needs of different industries, enhancing the quality and efficiency of software products.