[Remote] Sr Director Analyst - AI Strategy, Leadership and Operating Models for Software Engineering (Remote - U.S.)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Gartner is a leading company guiding the leaders who shape the world, focusing on delivering actionable business and technology insights. The Senior Director Analyst in AI Strategy will create innovative insights, analyze market trends, and provide actionable advice to clients, enhancing their business strategies through the effective use of AI.ResponsibilitiesCreate innovative, thought provoking, and highly leveraged “must-have insights” contentDevelop new insights and ideas through thought leadership and offer compelling, actionable approaches to client's needs and requests that accelerate the client's ability to actDevelop in-depth analysis to identify the root cause of a client’s barriers or overall needs and reframe thinking to drive strategy forwardDemonstrate thought leadership in establishing Insights positions across a team of analystsBring provocative, independent insights to Gartner leaders that can evolve the course of a research agendaResearch, analyze and predict market trends and shifts to provide clients and vendors with actionable insightsProvide clients and prospects with actionable advice aligned to their designated content area via virtual or face-to-face interactionsCreate and deliver high value presentation materials on and off stage for Gartner events, industry and professional association conferences, and client briefingsSupport BTI and Sales: Provide sales support serving as voice of the market to help Insights teams create content and to drive engagement with clients to make progress against their critical priorities to grow their businessProvide high quality and timely content peer reviewBuild credibility as an industry expert to represent Gartner insights, methodology and strategyActively participate in innovation, ideation, and research discussions and collaborate effectively with peers in the Insights communityIdentify research process improvements or develop new processes that help the team and BTI provide excellent service deliveryBe a mentor and a coach by supporting more junior team membersBe client-centric while actively seeking to help clients engage regularly and often with Gartner insights and interactionsSkillsBachelor's degree or equivalent experience; Graduate degree preferred12+ years of experience in software engineeringProven software engineering leadership experience, having led large-scale, multi-team software delivery organizations with accountability for execution, quality and outcomesDeep expertise in software engineering strategy and operating models, including roadmap planning, technology decision-making, talent management, team structures and organizational design and business stakeholder engagementHands-on expertise in AI-augmented software development, including embedding AI across the SDLC, leveraging AI to improve developer productivity and optimizing software delivery outcomesAdvanced knowledge of AI application development, including agentic solutions, model development, platform engineering and full-stack architectures for agentic systemsRecognized as an AI leader, with experience evaluating emerging AI technologies, vendors and solutions, driving AI experimentation and scaling AI/ML capabilities across the enterpriseDemonstrate executive presence; can immediately establish credibility with executives and additional stakeholdersDemonstrate excellence in research and synthesis, with aptitude to translate practitioner insight into novel and actionable guidance for senior technology executivesStrong written and verbal proficiency, analytical and presentation skills; ability to engage clients and respond effectively to questionsStrong organizational skills with ability to work under tight deadlines and produce high quality deliverablesProficient in analyzing and synthesizing data; can effectively apply patterns and frameworks while drawing and defending conclusions to client challengesStrong communication skills - able to explain complex concepts concisely and simplySubject matter expertise; comfortable presenting at large and small-scale speaking engagementsStrong business and financial acumenDeep knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within subject area as well as the interplay in that marketAbility to work independently, while also being intrinsically motivated to collaborate across teams and support the workflow of others, in a multicultural global teamLearning agile and adept with navigating highly matrixed environmentsAbility to represent Gartner's research methodology and strategies effectively at all levelsWillingness and ability to travel up to 25% (where applicable)BenefitsEmployees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive planGenerous PTOA 401k match up to $7,200 per yearThe opportunity to purchase company stock at a discountMarket leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and moreCompany OverviewGartner provides fact-based consulting services, helping clients use and manage IT to enhance business performance. It was founded in 1979, and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.gartner.com.Company H1B SponsorshipGartner has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 10 in 2026, 51 in 2025, 43 in 2024, 60 in 2023, 66 in 2022, 96 in 2021, 71 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.