Sr Director Analyst, AI and Software Engineering (Remote, US)

About the role

Gartner is looking for a seasoned software engineering leader to join its research team as a Senior Director Analyst focused on the future of engineering within technology vendor organizations. The role sits in the Business and Technology Insights group and involves researching software engineering trends, advising technology company executives and supporting sales. It is fully remote.

Key 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 research reports, white papers and thought leadership content that gives clients actionable insights
• Develop frameworks, methodologies and best practices for implementing solutions
• Advise senior executives on strategic decisions through virtual and face-to-face interaction
• Deliver presentations at Gartner events, industry conferences and client briefings
• Build external credibility as an industry expert representing Gartner's research
• Provide sales support to prospects and clients
• Analyze client barriers and needs, and contribute to research positions within a team of analysts

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; graduate degree preferred
• 12+ years of relevant field or industry experience
• Experience leading a software engineering organization, with deep knowledge of software architecture principles and SaaS platform challenges
• Up-to-date knowledge of AI development tools
• Preferred: VP of Engineering or equivalent experience, prior research and advisory or consulting experience, deep AI expertise
• Executive presence, strong research and writing, and excellent communication skills
• Willingness to travel up to 25% where applicable

What we offer

• Base salary estimated between 172,000 and 202,500 USD, with possible bonuses or an uncapped sales incentive plan
• Annual bonus or role-based incentive program depending on eligibility
• Generous PTO and a 401k match up to 7,200 USD per year
• Discounted company stock purchase option
• Hybrid work environment with flexible virtual work