Steve Grigg

Versatile professional with expertise in onboarding, training development, process optimization, and technical support. Skilled in curriculum design, workflow automation, cloud technologies, communication, and problem-solving, with a strong ability to enhance business processes, drive learning initiatives, and improve operational efficiency across diverse environments.

About me

Versatile professional with experience in training, onboarding, process optimization, technical support, office administration, and community engagement across cloud computing, healthcare, software, and business operations. Skilled in curriculum design, workflow automation, data analysis, communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration, with a strong ability to enhance learning, improve efficiency, and drive customer-focused and community-driven solutions.

Work experience

Technical Trainer
Amazon Web Services, Seattle

Empowering customers through expert-led AWS training, delivering impactful, hands-on learning experiences that drive cloud adoption.
Focused on simplifying complex concepts, enhancing technical skills, and enabling businesses to innovate with confidence in the AWS ecosystem.

Technical Trainer
Elastic Path Software, Vancouver

Delivered engaging, customer-focused training on Elastic Path solutions, simplifying complex API-driven commerce concepts. Empowering teams with hands-on learning experiences to drive adoption, optimize workflows, and unlock the full potential of headless commerce innovation.

Senior Developer
Central1 Credit Union, Vancouver

Experienced in database-driven financial systems, workflow automation, and SQL optimization. Skilled in process improvements, stakeholder collaboration, and technical solutions to enhance system efficiency, scalability, and user adoption.

Senior Analyst
HSBC Bank Canada, Vancouver

Experienced in financial systems development, data integration, and process automation. Skilled in SQL, system optimization, and security compliance, ensuring efficient workflows, data accuracy, and seamless technology adoption.

Education

HNC Software Development
London Metropolitan University

PIDP in School of Instructor Education
Vancouver Community College (VCC)

Certificate in Business Communication and Professional Writing
Simon Fraser University

Communication Skill Building
Vancouver Coastal Health

Group Facilitation and Communication Skills
SMART Facilitator Training

Project Management/Resource Utilization
British Columbia Institute of Technology

Certifications (partial list)

Mental Health First Aid
National Council for Mental Wellbeing

ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity Candidate

Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

Champion - Authorized Instructor

Skills

Instructional Design

Develop engaging, learner-focused training programs using proven methodologies to enhance skill adoption and retention.

Technical Training

Deliver hands-on, interactive training on cloud computing, security, data analytics, and enterprise technologies to upskill teams effectively.

Onboarding & Enablement

Guide users through seamless transitions, ensuring confidence in new tools, processes, and cloud-based systems.

Process Improvement

Optimize workflows, automate processes, and enhance training efficiency to boost operational performance and knowledge retention.

Content Development

Design clear, concise learning materials, technical documentation, and AI-assisted resources to simplify complex concepts.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Engage cross-functional teams, aligning training strategies with business objectives, user needs, and customer success.

Cloud Computing & Security

Implement and teach AWS architecture, IAM, DevOps best practices, and security compliance to ensure robust cloud infrastructure.

Data Analysis & Automation

Utilize Python, SQL, and AI-driven tools to streamline operations, improve decision-making, and optimize reporting processes.

Project & Vendor Management

Oversee training logistics, travel coordination, procurement, and vendor relations to ensure seamless program execution.

Customer Engagement & Support

Provide technical assistance, troubleshoot issues, and deliver solutions that enhance customer experience and satisfaction.

Soft Skills & Leadership

Facilitate communication, negotiation, and team-building workshops to strengthen leadership and collaboration in professional environments.

Event Coordination & Logistics

Plan and execute large-scale training sessions, conferences, and community events, ensuring smooth operations and engagement.

IT Operations Management

Oversee IT infrastructure, system performance, and workflows to ensure efficiency, security, and business continuity.

Technical Support & Help Desk

Diagnose and resolve IT issues, manage incident response, and provide end-user support for seamless technology operations.

Projects

AI/ML
Explore bias & variance

Description:

While studying AI/ML topics I created a Jupyter Notebook to explore concepts like bias, variance, underfitting, and overfitting.
This interactive tool lets you experiment with these ideas firsthand, solidifying your grasp on crucial machine learning principles.