Sr Director, Analyst - Tech CEO Business and Strategy Advisor on AI Orchestration (Tech CEO Research Organization)

Gartner•Remote - Texas, TX

7d•$172,000 - $202,500•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Director within Gartner’s Tech CEO Research Organization, you will serve as a trusted advisor to Tech CEOs of small and midsize providers, helping them navigate growth strategies, market dynamics, and technology innovation in a rapidly evolving AI Orchestration market landscape. You will leverage exceptional research and analytical skills to produce pragmatic and provocative insights that Tech CEOs can apply to achieve key objectives. This role combines deep AI Orchestration expertise with strategic business insight, enabling you to guide Tech CEOs through complex challenges such as scaling operations, differentiating offerings, and building a strategy for growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; Graduate degree preferred
12+ years of relevant experience or in AI Orchestration leadership roles (e.g., Tech CEO, or senior executive within a AI Orchestration provider). Experience working in small or mid-size technology providers
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)

Responsibilities

Create innovative, thought-provoking, and highly leveraged “must-have” insights focused on AI Orchestration market trends, growth strategies, and leadership practices for small and midsize providers.
Engage directly with Tech CEOs via virtual and in-person meetings, Gartner conferences, and industry events to address strategic challenges and provide tailored recommendations.
Develop actionable frameworks and best practices to help Tech CEOs accelerate decision-making and execution in areas such as the impact of AI Orchestration on their strategy, product innovation, and business growth.
Analyze and predict market shifts in AI Orchestration and competitive dynamics.
Deliver compelling presentations and thought leadership content for Gartner events, client briefings, and professional associations.
Collaborate with peers across Gartner’s Insights community to shape research agendas and share provocative ideas that influence the AI Orchestration market.