Steve Browning
About Steve Browning
Steve Browning is a Senior Software Engineering Manager at ACTO, where he remotely oversees five agile software engineering teams. He has extensive experience in software development and management, having previously held positions at Postmedia Network Inc. and Wise Publishing, Inc.
Current Role at ACTO
Steve Browning serves as the Senior Software Engineering Manager at ACTO, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he remotely manages five agile Software Engineering teams, which include Data Science, iOS, Android, Integration, and Innovation. He provides technical guidance to new product managers, assisting them in integrating effectively with their teams. His leadership focuses on promoting agile practices within the organization, contributing to the overall efficiency and productivity of the teams.
Previous Experience at Postmedia Network Inc.
Steve Browning worked at Postmedia Network Inc. from 2013 to 2019, where he held multiple roles. He started as a Senior Web Developer, serving in this capacity for six years. He then progressed to Team Lead for one year and later took on the role of Architect & Backend Team Lead focused on monetization and site speed for an additional year. During his tenure, he contributed significantly to the development and optimization of web applications.
Educational Background
Steve Browning has a diverse educational background. He studied at King Edward College in Vancouver, where he earned a College Diploma in Jazz and Commercial Composition from 1987 to 1990. He also attended Kingston College in Kingston, Ontario, achieving a Diploma in Advanced C Programming from 1990 to 1991. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Music degree with a minor in Film Scoring from Queens University, where he studied from 1988 to 1991.
Contributions to Innovation
At ACTO, Steve Browning has made notable contributions to innovation. He created and manages a new DB-Guild aimed at defining database standards and training teams on better database design and SQL queries. Furthermore, he contributed two new innovation ideas and one disruptive technology innovation proposal to the Health Innovation Team, showcasing his commitment to advancing technology and practices within the organization.
Achievements in Software Development
Steve Browning has achieved significant milestones in software development. He successfully reduced the number of escaped bugs from 200 to 5 per month within his teams, demonstrating his focus on quality assurance and team performance. His experience also includes a brief tenure at Reshift Media Inc. and Wise Publishing, Inc., where he further honed his skills as a software developer.