Steven Atkinson

Crafting Digital Excellence

"Perfect is the enemy of done." 🚀

I believe in the power of rapid iteration. Start with a quick solution (even if it's not perfect), learn from it, and refine. It's like building with LEGO® - sometimes you need to see the whole structure before you can spot where the pieces really should go. This approach has saved countless projects from analysis paralysis and led to some of my most innovative solutions.

With over 15 years of experience in software development, I've evolved from an MIS apprentice to Head of Engineering, while maintaining a successful independent consultancy since 2018. My journey spans multiple industries and technologies, consistently delivering innovative solutions that drive business success.

My Journey

2024 - Present

Head of Engineering at Care Friends

Leading the transition from outsourced to in-house engineering teams while collaborating closely with product and support teams. Focused on building new features, improving customer experience, and establishing robust development practices.

2018 - Present

Independent Software Consultant

Running a successful consultancy alongside full-time roles, providing technical expertise and solutions to various clients all over the world. Focusing on web development, cloud solutions, and technical architecture.

2022 - 2024

Senior Software Engineer at Clock

Led development initiatives using React.js and DevOps practices, building web applications handling millions of monthly visitors. Instrumental in migrating from legacy CMS to PayloadCMS, while maintaining high-performance and streamlined deployment processes.

2017 - 2022

Software Developer at Dootrix Ltd

Developed enterprise solutions across various technologies and platforms, focusing on delivering high-quality software solutions for diverse client needs.

2014 - 2017

Web Developer at ekm.com

Built and maintained e-commerce solutions, contributing to the growth of one of the UK's leading e-commerce platforms.

2011 - 2014

Application Developer at Dataspire Solutions

Developed cross-platform applications using C#, WPF, and Python. Created solutions for thin client environments and network management tools.

What Drives Me

Full-Stack Excellence

Expert in both front-end and back-end development, with a strong focus on creating scalable, maintainable solutions across multiple platforms and technologies.

Technical Leadership

Passionate about leading engineering teams, mentoring developers, and implementing best practices that drive team success and project delivery.

DevOps & Architecture

Skilled in DevOps practices and system architecture, focusing on creating efficient, automated deployment pipelines and robust application infrastructures.

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Successfully balancing full-time engineering leadership with independent consultancy and family life, demonstrating strong project management, time management, and adaptability skills.