Jeremy Fagergren
About Jeremy Fagergren
Jeremy Fagergren is a Principal UX Engineer Lead at Fortra, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in user experience design and has held various roles in the field, including positions at Local Matters, Digital Guardian, and Convirza.
Work at Fortra
Jeremy Fagergren has been employed at Fortra as the Principal UX Engineer Lead since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for launching and overseeing an in-house usability testing and research program. He also creates and maintains Style Guides, UI elements, and a UI Library, contributing to the overall user experience and design consistency across the company's products.
Previous Experience in UX Design
Before joining Fortra, Jeremy Fagergren worked at Digital Guardian as Principal UX - Creative Lead from 2017 to 2021. He also held the position of Experience Design Manager at Digital Guardian for one year in 2021-2022. Additionally, he served as Director of UX and Design at Convirza from 2010 to 2017. His extensive experience in these roles has equipped him with a strong foundation in user experience design.
Background in Web Development
Jeremy began his career at Local Matters, Inc. as a Web Developer and Project Manager from 2005 to 2008. This early experience in web development laid the groundwork for his later roles in user experience and design. His time in St. George, Utah, allowed him to gain practical skills in managing web projects and understanding client needs.
Education and Expertise
Jeremy Fagergren studied at Southern Utah University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Computer Science from 1993 to 1998. His educational background provides a unique perspective on user behavior and technology, enhancing his ability to design user-centric applications. He has extensive experience utilizing web analytic tools to measure and improve the heuristic qualities of complex web applications.
Mentorship and Leadership
In his current role and previous positions, Jeremy has taken on a mentorship role, guiding development team members in their industry skills and LEAN methodology. His commitment to mentoring reflects his dedication to fostering growth and innovation within the teams he leads.