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 • 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). • 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.