Gartner · 9 hours ago
Sr Director Analyst, AI and Software Engineering (Remote- US)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$172K/yr - $202K/yr
12+ years expGartner is a leading research and advisory company that guides leaders who shape the world. They are seeking a Senior Director Analyst to lead research and provide insights on software engineering trends and innovations, serving as a trusted advisor to technology executives.
Business DevelopmentConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Research, analyze and predict software engineering trends and innovations
Monitor and evaluate the competitive landscape across software engineering tool vendors, solutions, and service providers
Create compelling, high-quality research reports, white papers, and thought leadership content that provides clients with actionable insights
Develop frameworks, methodologies, and best practices to help organizations successfully implement solutions
Through virtual and face-to-face interactions, advise senior executives on their strategic decisions
Create and deliver high value presentations at Gartner events, industry and professional association conferences, and client briefings
Build external credibility as an industry expert to represent Gartner research and insights
Provide sales support to help drive engagement with prospects and clients
Actively participate in innovation, ideation, and research discussions and collaborate effectively with peers within the Gartner research community
Develop in-depth analysis to identify the root cause of a client’s barriers or overall needs and reframe thinking to drive strategy forward
Demonstrate thought leadership in establishing research positions across a team of analysts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; Graduate degree preferred
12+ years of relevant field or industry experience
Experience leading a software engineering organization, with an understanding of key challenges and opportunities
Deep knowledge of software architecture principles and challenges for SaaS platforms
Up-to-date knowledge of AI development tools
Demonstrate executive presence; can immediately establish credibility with executives and additional stakeholders
Strong organizational skills; ability to work under tight deadlines and produce high quality deliverables
Demonstrate excellence in research and writing ability
Strong written and verbal proficiency, analytical and presentation skills; ability to engage clients and respond effectively to questions
Proficient in analyzing and synthesizing data; can effectively apply patterns and frameworks while drawing and defending conclusions to client challenges
Strong communicator who is able to explain complex concepts concisely and simply
Subject matter expert comfortable presenting at large and small-scale speaking engagements
Strong business and financial acumen
Deep knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within subject area as well as the interplay in that market
Ability to work independently, while also being intrinsically motivated to collaborate across teams and support the workflow of others, in a multicultural global team
Learning agile and adept with navigating highly matrixed environments
Ability to represent Gartner's research methodology and strategies effectively at all levels
Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% (where applicable)
Preferred
Significant experience in the role of Vice President of Engineering or equivalent at software vendor organization(s)
Deep expertise in AI technologies
Prior experience at a research and advisory firm, consulting organization, or similar role
Benefits
Generous PTO
A 401k match up to $7,200 per year
The opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Company
Gartner
Gartner provides fact-based consulting services, helping clients use and manage IT to enhance business performance.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$800M2025-11-13Post Ipo Debt· $800M
1993-10-15IPO
Leadership Team
Cliff Gilley
Vice-President Research Analyst : Startup/Growth CEO
Eugene Hall
CEO
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