Data Center Market Research Manager — Hybrid/Remote

Blue Signal Search; Herndon (VA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Home office stipend

Employee rewards

Job summary

Blue Signal Search, a fast-growing market intelligence firm serving the data center ecosystem, is seeking an accomplished research leader to shape the North American agenda, guide a growing analyst team, and ensure insights align with client needs and market realities.

This high-visibility role offers autonomy, senior exposure, and opportunities to influence both research and product directions across the region.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in directing research teams and setting regional priorities.
• Deep knowledge of the North American data center market and related trends.
• Experience in research, market intelligence, or advisory services.

Responsibilities

• Set the North American research agenda balancing recurring coverage, emerging themes, and client needs.
• Lead, coach, and develop a growing analyst team with clear expectations.
• Turn market signals into prioritized research questions and priorities.
• Maintain standards for regional analysis, ensuring timely and defendable conclusions.
• Build an industry network to uncover trends and competitive insights.
• Collaborate with commercial and product leaders to align capabilities with market needs.
• Represent the team in client briefings, industry conversations, and thought leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Data center market knowledge

Research/market intelligence

Strategic planning

Communication with executives

Industry networking

Job description

Blue Signal Search, a fast-growing market intelligence firm serving the data center ecosystem, is seeking an accomplished research leader to shape the North American agenda, guide a growing analyst team, and ensure insights align with client needs and market realities.

This high-visibility role offers autonomy, senior exposure, and opportunities to influence both research and product directions across the region.