Stephen Grainer
About Stephen Grainer
Stephen Grainer is a Senior UX Architect and Developer with extensive experience in user experience design and development. He has held various roles in notable companies, including Snagajob, SingleStone, and Advance Auto Parts, where he has contributed to enhancing user interactions and experiences since 2016.
Current Role at Advance Auto Parts
Stephen Grainer serves as a Senior UX Architect and Developer at Advance Auto Parts. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the company's user experience strategies and development processes. His role involves designing and implementing user-centered solutions that enhance the overall customer experience for Advance Auto Parts.
Previous Experience in User Experience Design
Before joining Advance Auto Parts, Stephen Grainer accumulated extensive experience in user experience design. He worked at DieHappy as a Lead Experience Designer for four months in 2015. Prior to that, he served as UX Lead and Senior Consultant at SingleStone in 2014, where he was involved in various projects for nearly a year. His earlier roles include Interaction Designer at Snagajob and UX Designer at Guild Launch, LLC, where he worked for two years from 2012 to 2014.
Educational Background
Stephen Grainer earned a Bachelor of Science degree from James Madison University, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. This educational background laid the foundation for his career in user experience design and development, equipping him with essential skills and knowledge in the field.
Early Career and Web Development
Stephen began his career as a VCU Webmaster at Virginia Commonwealth University, where he worked for four years from 2007 to 2011. This role involved managing web content and ensuring the functionality of university websites. His early experiences in web development contributed to his expertise in user experience and design.