Hi, I'm Philip Strain - Head of Accessibility @ Miro | Ex- Google, Apple, Spotify
I'm driven by a passion for making technology truly usable for everyone. My PhD research in HCI fuels my work, and I thrive on bridging complex technical challenges with inclusive design, especially when leading accessibility efforts and building products that empower diverse users.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led user experience research at Google, focusing on Adsense and iOS accessibility.
Currently heads accessibility initiatives at Miro, driving inclusive product development.
Can help others by providing expert guidance on implementing WCAG and W3C accessibility standards.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational UX Research
Began with internships in UX Engineering and Usability Analysis at Siemens and Google, building a strong research and analysis foundation.
✦ UX Intern
✦ Usability Analyst
Advanced Accessibility Leadership
Progressed to lead User Experience Researcher roles, focusing on Accessibility at Google, and now Head of Accessibility at Miro.
✦ UX Research Lead
✦ Accessibility Strategy
Global Product Experience
Gained extensive product experience at major tech companies including Apple and Spotify, enriching understanding of diverse user needs and platforms.
✦ Product Development
✦ Global Products
💪🏻 Superpowers
Pioneering Inclusive Design
Championing accessibility from concept to execution.
✦ Leading accessibility strategy at Miro, ensuring products serve diverse user needs.
✦ Leveraging Ph.D. research in HCI to inform user-centered design decisions.
✦ Applying WCAG and W3C standards to create universally accessible interfaces.
Cross-Industry Product Innovation
Driving product evolution through user insight.
✦ Over 15 years of product experience across Google, Apple, and Spotify.
✦ Combining technical expertise with UX research for impactful product development.
✦ Spearheading innovation in user experience for mobile and web platforms.
Strategic Technical Leadership
Guiding teams with deep technical and UX acumen.
✦ Leading cross-functional teams to implement accessible design principles.
✦ Translating complex technical requirements into user-friendly solutions.
✦ Mentoring teams on best practices in usability and inclusive design.
I'm excited about
✦ Discovering new collaborators passionate about inclusive technology.
✦ Exploring innovative solutions to complex accessibility challenges.
✦ Engaging with a community focused on cutting-edge product development.
I can help with
✦ Providing expert guidance on implementing accessibility standards (WCAG, W3C).
✦ Sharing strategies for integrating user research into product development cycles.
✦ Advising on building and leading high-performing product and UX teams.
I would love your help on
✦ Connecting with leaders in emerging technology fields.
✦ Finding partners for pilot programs on novel accessibility tools.
✦ Exploring opportunities for cross-industry knowledge sharing on inclusive design.