Executive Software Engineering & Applications Advisor

Gartner; New Jersey; On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Gartner is seeking an experienced leader for the Enterprise IT Leaders team to advise software engineering and applications leaders in Fortune 100–500 organizations. The role demands 20+ years of software engineering leadership experience with direct reporting to a CIO.

The successful candidate will manage a diverse portfolio of clients, utilize Gartner’s research to deliver workshops, webinars, and strategic advice while ensuring client goals are met. Candidates with background in modern application lifecycle management initiatives will excel in this position.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of software engineering leadership experience.
• Direct reporting to a CIO as Director or VP of Enterprise Applications.
• Experience coaching and mentoring senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of 28–30 clients in software engineering.
• Deliver value through workshops, briefings, and webinars.
• Drive and participate in all phases of the member lifecycle.

Skills

Software engineering leadership

Critical thinking

Excellent relationship-building skills

Coaching and mentoring

Time management

Education

University graduate (Masters preferred)

Job description

Gartner is seeking an experienced leader for the Enterprise IT Leaders team to advise software engineering and applications leaders in Fortune 100–500 organizations. The role demands 20+ years of software engineering leadership experience with direct reporting to a CIO.

The successful candidate will manage a diverse portfolio of clients, utilize Gartner’s research to deliver workshops, webinars, and strategic advice while ensuring client goals are met. Candidates with background in modern application lifecycle management initiatives will excel in this position.