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

About the role: Gartner Analysts are industry thought leaders who create must-have research, market predictions and best practices for a broad range of world-leading organizations. A Senior Director serves as a leader within Gartner’s Business and Technology Insights (BTI) group, establishing oneself as a credible voice within their designated market at local, regional and global levels. Utilizing exceptional research and analytical skills, a Senior Director plays a significant role in producing pragmatic and provocative research which Gartner clients consume and apply to propel their business toward key objectives. They are a trusted source of advice for clients, reinforcing Gartner’s value every day by engaging them via in-person meetings, virtual meetings, sales support visits and Gartner conferences to discuss complex client challenges and offer appropriate recommendations. We are seeking a seasoned software engineering leader to join Gartner as a research analyst and industry thought leader focused on the future of engineering within technology vendor organizations. Leveraging your expertise in engineering practices, team leadership, and emerging AI tools, you will identify market trends, analyze best practices, and serve as a trusted advisor to technology company executives. In this role, you will be responsible for authoring pragmatic and thought-provoking content, including market predictions, and delivering actionable insights and recommendations to clients through webinars, in-person presentations, and client meetings. What you will do: 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 What you will need: 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   Preferred qualifications:  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  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) #LI-remote #LI-AV1 Who are we? At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world. Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities. Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here. What makes Gartner a great place to work? Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities – opportunities that may not even exist right now – for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance. We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients. Our teams are inclusiv