Gartner
Software Engineering/Applications Leadership Advisory - Executive Technology Ser
Gartner, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
Software Engineering/Applications Leadership Advisory - Executive Technology Services for Global Enterprises
About this role
Enterprise IT Leaders (EITL) is an executive‑level advisory service that delivers expert insight and guidance tailored to each member’s context and most critical initiatives. EITL consists of seven domains of expertise that cover several areas within IT: Applications, Data & Analytics, Enterprise Architecture, Infrastructure & Operations, Program & Portfolio Management, Security & Risk, and Sourcing & Vendor Management. Gartner’s Executive Partners team consists of 178 EPs globally who specialize in one of the seven domain areas and equip business leaders with indispensable insights, advice and tools to achieve their mission‑critical priorities today and build the successful organizations of tomorrow.
What you’ll do
You will manage a portfolio of 28–30 clients, typically software engineering and applications leaders reporting to CIOs, from global Fortune 100–500 organizations.
As their Executive Partner, you will deliver value through regular briefings, on‑site workshops, roundtables, webinars, and by attending relevant Gartner events.
By coaching and mentoring your clients on critical initiatives and challenges within the software engineering space, you will leverage your knowledge and expertise along with Gartner resources.
Leverage your subject‑matter expertise and Gartner’s IP to deliver value to members.
Align your work with members’ objectives to ensure focus on highest‑priority initiatives. Track and report value delivered.
Drive and participate in all phases of the member lifecycle: understand what is most important, align initiatives, engage and deliver value, capture and articulate it, and utilize coaching skills throughout.
Be responsible for member retention/renewal of the subscription‑based service.
Host and/or participate in periodic onsite member activities including workshops and webinars.
Collaborate with other Leadership Partners in the software engineering domain to improve team effectiveness and drive innovation.
What you’ll need
A university graduate (Masters preferred).
20+ years of software engineering leadership experience, including full responsibility for an enterprise application portfolio and its lifecycle.
Direct reporting to a CIO as Director or Leader of Software Engineering or VP of Enterprise Applications.
Critical thinking and problem‑solving to assess member situations and provide actionable advice.
High tolerance for ambiguous situations.
Excellent relationship‑building skills, experience working with senior executives.
Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.
Experience coaching and mentoring senior executives.
Strong time‑management and organizational skills.
Subject Matter Expertise We are seeking an individual who has held the role of Director or VP of Software Engineering or Enterprise Applications and has owned the full lifecycle of the application portfolio. Demonstrated knowledge of software trends, emerging practices for front‑end and full‑stack product design, and ability to articulate technology and business adoption scenarios are essential. A management‑consulting background and experience with large‑scale ERP programs and digital transformation initiatives are highly desirable.
Key Expertise Areas
Moving from a Project to Product Focused Organization
Leading a Product Organization
Building Digital Platforms
Transforming Solution Delivery (Agile, DevOps, Design Thinking)
Customer Experience (Sales, Service, Digital Commerce)
Application Strategy
Application Rationalization
Application Organizational Design
Business Value Realization
ERP Transformation Initiatives
Cloud First Initiatives
Equality statement The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, caste, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Gartner affirmatively seeks to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity and values diversity and inclusion.
Gartner is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including those with disabilities. If you qualify and cannot access the career webpage, you may request reasonable accommodations by calling Human Resources at +1 203‑964‑0096 or emailing Applicant.Assistance@gartner.com.
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 insight, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission‑critical priorities. Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to more than 21,000 associates globally who support ~14,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories.
What makes Gartner a great place to work? Our sustained success creates limitless opportunities for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and generations. We invest in great leaders to multiply impact and results.
What do we offer? Gartner offers world‑class benefits, highly competitive compensation, and disproportionate rewards for top performers. In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive and meeting in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging, and inspiring.
Compensation Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is USD 165,000 – 192,000. In addition to base salary, employees will have the opportunity to participate in annual bonus or uncapped incentive plans and benefit from generous PTO, 401(k) match, stock purchase program, and more.
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What you’ll do
You will manage a portfolio of 28–30 clients, typically software engineering and applications leaders reporting to CIOs, from global Fortune 100–500 organizations.
As their Executive Partner, you will deliver value through regular briefings, on‑site workshops, roundtables, webinars, and by attending relevant Gartner events.
By coaching and mentoring your clients on critical initiatives and challenges within the software engineering space, you will leverage your knowledge and expertise along with Gartner resources.
Leverage your subject‑matter expertise and Gartner’s IP to deliver value to members.
Align your work with members’ objectives to ensure focus on highest‑priority initiatives. Track and report value delivered.
Drive and participate in all phases of the member lifecycle: understand what is most important, align initiatives, engage and deliver value, capture and articulate it, and utilize coaching skills throughout.
Be responsible for member retention/renewal of the subscription‑based service.
Host and/or participate in periodic onsite member activities including workshops and webinars.
Collaborate with other Leadership Partners in the software engineering domain to improve team effectiveness and drive innovation.
What you’ll need
A university graduate (Masters preferred).
20+ years of software engineering leadership experience, including full responsibility for an enterprise application portfolio and its lifecycle.
Direct reporting to a CIO as Director or Leader of Software Engineering or VP of Enterprise Applications.
Critical thinking and problem‑solving to assess member situations and provide actionable advice.
High tolerance for ambiguous situations.
Excellent relationship‑building skills, experience working with senior executives.
Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.
Experience coaching and mentoring senior executives.
Strong time‑management and organizational skills.
Subject Matter Expertise We are seeking an individual who has held the role of Director or VP of Software Engineering or Enterprise Applications and has owned the full lifecycle of the application portfolio. Demonstrated knowledge of software trends, emerging practices for front‑end and full‑stack product design, and ability to articulate technology and business adoption scenarios are essential. A management‑consulting background and experience with large‑scale ERP programs and digital transformation initiatives are highly desirable.
Key Expertise Areas
Moving from a Project to Product Focused Organization
Leading a Product Organization
Building Digital Platforms
Transforming Solution Delivery (Agile, DevOps, Design Thinking)
Customer Experience (Sales, Service, Digital Commerce)
Application Strategy
Application Rationalization
Application Organizational Design
Business Value Realization
ERP Transformation Initiatives
Cloud First Initiatives
Equality statement The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, caste, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Gartner affirmatively seeks to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity and values diversity and inclusion.
Gartner is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including those with disabilities. If you qualify and cannot access the career webpage, you may request reasonable accommodations by calling Human Resources at +1 203‑964‑0096 or emailing Applicant.Assistance@gartner.com.
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 insight, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission‑critical priorities. Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to more than 21,000 associates globally who support ~14,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories.
What makes Gartner a great place to work? Our sustained success creates limitless opportunities for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and generations. We invest in great leaders to multiply impact and results.
What do we offer? Gartner offers world‑class benefits, highly competitive compensation, and disproportionate rewards for top performers. In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive and meeting in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging, and inspiring.
Compensation Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is USD 165,000 – 192,000. In addition to base salary, employees will have the opportunity to participate in annual bonus or uncapped incentive plans and benefit from generous PTO, 401(k) match, stock purchase program, and more.
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