Senior Director Analyst, Data Management Platforms

Gartner

. Create innovative, thought-provoking, and highly leveraged must-have insights content .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeTexas • United StatesSenior💰 $172,000 - $202,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data management platforms, data architecture, and AI-ready data management approaches while effectively communicating complex concepts to diverse audiences. Proven ability to analyze market trends, mentor team members, and drive client engagement through innovative insights and strategic presentations.

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Data Management PlatformsData ArchitectureAI-Ready Data ManagementResearch and Writing ExcellenceStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Data Integration PracticesData OperationsData QualityMetadata ManagementData Lifecycle ManagementAnalytical SkillsPresentation SkillsBusiness AcumenMarket Trend AnalysisClient Needs Analysis

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsExecutive PresenceMentoringCollaborationAbility to Work Under Tight Deadlines

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Industry Keywords

Insights ContentThought LeadershipClient EngagementResearch MethodologyCompetitive LandscapeMulticultural Team CollaborationInnovation and Ideation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create innovative, thought-provoking, and highly leveraged must-have insights content
Develop thought leadership, new insights, and actionable approaches to client needs
Analyze client barriers and needs, identify root causes, and drive strategy forward
Establish insights positions across a team of analysts
Provide independent insights to Gartner leaders and influence research agendas
Research, analyze, and predict market trends and shifts
Advise clients and prospects through virtual and face-to-face interactions
Create and deliver presentations for Gartner events, conferences, and client briefings
Support BTI and Sales by serving as a voice of the market and driving client engagement
Conduct timely, high-quality content peer reviews
Represent Gartner insights, methodology, and strategy as an industry expert
Participate in innovation, ideation, and research discussions
Improve research processes and develop new processes for service delivery
Mentor and coach junior team members
Encourage regular client engagement with Gartner insights and interactions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
15+ years of relevant industry experience
Expertise in data management platforms or data integration practices
Expertise in data architecture and data operations
Experience in AI-ready data management approaches
Experience using agents in data management processes
Executive presence and ability to establish credibility with executives and stakeholders
Strong organizational skills and ability to work under tight deadlines
Excellence in research and writing
Strong written and verbal proficiency, analytical, and presentation skills
Ability to analyze and synthesize data and apply patterns and frameworks
Strong communication skills to explain complex concepts concisely and simply
Subject matter expertise and comfort presenting at large and small-scale speaking engagements
Strong business and financial acumen
Deep knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within the subject area
Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams in a multicultural global team
Ability to navigate highly matrixed environments
Ability to represent Gartner's research methodology and strategies effectively
Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%
Experience with the full data lifecycle, including data management platforms, data integration, data quality, and metadata management solutions for AI use cases

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan
Generous PTO
401k match up to $7,200 per year
Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Market-leading benefit programs
Hybrid work environment with flexibility to work virtually when productive and collaborate in person
Professional growth and development opportunities
Inclusive teams and workplace
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans