Senior Director Analyst - Software Engineering for AI and Agentic Applications (Remote, U.S.)

About the role

Gartner is hiring a Senior Director Analyst for its Software Engineering Practice, a remote position based in North America. As an individual contributor, the analyst creates must-have insights, market predictions and best practices for software engineering leaders, especially those building AI-powered applications and AI agent-based systems. The role advises organizations on how to build, manage and operate these applications and engages clients through meetings, sales support visits and conferences.

Key responsibilities

• Create innovative, thought-provoking insights and thought leadership that give clients actionable approaches to their needs
• Analyze client barriers and needs deeply, then reframe thinking to drive strategy
• Establish insights positions across a team of analysts and bring provocative, independent insights to Gartner leaders
• Research, analyze and predict market trends and shifts, and advise clients and prospects through virtual or face-to-face interaction
• Create and deliver presentations at Gartner events, conferences and client briefings
• Support BTI and Sales as the voice of the market, and review content for quality and timeliness
• Represent Gartner's insights, methodology and strategy, and take part in innovation and research discussions
• Improve research processes and serve as a mentor and coach to junior team members

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; graduate degree preferred
• 12+ years of relevant field or industry experience
• Experience leading teams in designing, developing and deploying AI-native applications, including LLM-powered apps and AI agent architectures
• Executive presence and strong research, writing, analytical and presentation skills
• Track record of speaking at large and small events; strong business and financial acumen
• Willingness to travel up to 25%

Required skills

• Agentic AI frameworks, orchestration platforms, model providers and autonomous AI system patterns
• AI application architecture: model integration, context management, harnesses, evaluation frameworks, observability and production management
• Knowledge of leading AI and agentic AI vendors and platforms

What we offer

• Base salary estimated between 172,000 and 202,500 USD, with possible bonus or uncapped sales incentive plans
• Annual bonus or role-based incentive depending on eligibility
• Generous PTO, 401k match up to 7,200 USD and discounted company stock option
• Hybrid work: virtual when productive, with colleagues in person