Gartner is looking for a Sr Director Analyst to join our team focused on AI-Native Software Architecture & Development. In this role, you will act as a thought leader and trusted advisor, creating high-impact research and providing actionable insights for technology leaders globally.
What You'll Do
- Create innovative, thought-provoking, and highly leveraged 'must-have' research insights within the Software Engineering Architecture & Development group.
- Build on research by speaking directly with clients, presenting at global conferences, and conducting on-site client engagements.
- Analyze clients’ issues in depth to identify root causes and needs, helping reframe their thinking to drive solution strategy.
- Research, analyze, and predict technology and market trends to provide clients and vendors with actionable insights, focusing on megatrends.
- Create and deliver high-value presentation materials for Gartner events, industry conferences, and client briefings.
- Provide sales support by serving as the voice of the market to help research teams create content and drive strategic client engagement.
- Build credibility as an industry expert to represent Gartner research insights, methodology, and strategy to clients, press, and via social media.
- Actively participate in and drive strategic innovation, ideation, and research discussions; collaborate effectively with peers and peer-review research.
- Be a mentor and coach by supporting newer members of teams across the practice.
- Be client-centric while actively seeking to help clients engage regularly with Gartner research and interactions.
What We're Looking For
- A Bachelor's degree and at least 12 years of experience in a related field or an equivalent combination.
- Knowledge and direct experience with leading LLMs including OpenAI GPT, Anthropic Claude, and Google Gemini.
- Knowledge and direct experience with the markets of AI Agents and Code Assistants for developers (e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot).
- Knowledge and direct experience with Generative AI technologies used by custom-built software such as AI agents, and the architecture required to deliver them.
- Ability to formulate and articulate technology and business adoption scenarios for senior technology leaders.
- Demonstrated executive presence and ability to establish credibility with executives and stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and project management skills: ability to work under tight deadlines and produce high-quality deliverables.
- Demonstrated excellence in research and writing ability, including use of graphics and storytelling.
- Strong proficiency in verbal interaction for inquiries, with presentation skills at keynote level.
- Proficient in analyzing and synthesizing data from surveys and interviews.
- Strong business and financial acumen.
- Deep knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within subject areas.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams in a multicultural global team.
- Ability to represent Gartner's research methodology and strategies effectively at all levels.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%.
Nice to Have
- Knowledge and experience leading agile product (software development) teams/groups and as a thought leader in software architectures and platforms.
- Proficiency with media, including past media training and a record of success with media.
Technical Stack
- OpenAI GPT
- Anthropic Claude
- Google Gemini
- AI Agents
- Code Assistants (e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot)
- Generative AI
Team & Environment
You will be part of Gartner’s Business Technology Insights (BTI) sector.
Benefits & Compensation
- Base salary range of $152,000 - $190,000 USD.
- Highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.
- World-class benefits.
- Hybrid work environment.
- Generous PTO.
- 401k match up to $7,200 per year.
- Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.
Work Mode
This is a fully remote role for candidates located in the U.S.
Gartner provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
