Steve Smith
About Steve Smith
Steve Smith is an Associate with extensive experience in Continuous Delivery, currently working at Equal Experts and John Lewis in the United Kingdom. He has authored two books on Continuous Delivery and has a strong background in software development and agile methodologies.
Current Role at Equal Experts
Steve Smith serves as an Associate at Equal Experts, a position he has held since 2014. In this role, he focuses on Continuous Delivery and Operability, leveraging his extensive experience in the field. He is also the Head of Scale Service, where he is involved in scaling the 'You Build It You Run It' approach, which emphasizes accountability in software development and operations.
Work Experience in Continuous Delivery Consulting
Steve has been working at Continuous Delivery Consulting since 2014, where he has accumulated 10 years of experience in Continuous Delivery programmes. His previous roles include positions at John Lewis, where he improved the frequency of on-prem retail deployments, and at Kingfisher Group as a Continuous Delivery Consultant for six months in 2017.
Background in Software Development
Steve's career in software development began in 2001 at Alchemy Group Ltd, where he worked as a Software Developer. He has held various roles in prominent organizations, including Visa, HM Revenue & Customs, and Sky. His experience spans multiple countries, including the United Kingdom, the United States, and the Netherlands.
Education and Qualifications
Steve studied Software Engineering at Aberystwyth University, where he earned a Master of Engineering degree from 1999 to 2004. He also attended Redruth School & Technology College from 1992 to 1999. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his expertise in Continuous Delivery and related practices.
Publications and Presentations
Steve has authored two books on Continuous Delivery, titled 'Measuring Continuous Delivery' and 'Build Quality In'. He has presented on topics such as 'Continuous Delivery and the Theory of Constraints' at various conferences, contributing to discussions on best practices in the field. Additionally, he has moderated discussions on 'You Build It You Run It' experiences, sharing insights from his extensive background.