Lead Enterprise Architecture Principal Analyst

Phase2 Technology; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

Forrester Research in Seattle is seeking a Principal Analyst to lead the Enterprise Solutions Architecture Practice within the Technology Architecture & Delivery Research Group. The role blends strategic guidance for CIOs and IT leaders with hands-on research across architecture, platforms, governance, and cost optimization.

You will produce high-quality content—reports, webinars, blogs—and help shape Forrester Waves and Landscape reports.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in director-level or above roles in enterprise architecture or related consulting.
• Strong advisory skills with senior management and C-level clients.
• Solid knowledge of Cloud, AI, security and other key tech platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Enterprise Solutions Architecture practice area across Forrester teams.
• Develop deep understanding of client requirements and deliver strategic guidance.
• Create high-quality, fact-based research content including reports, webinars, blogs, and briefs.
• Drive Forrester Waves and Landscape reporting for the practice.
• Present at events and participate in client engagements.
• Travel up to 30% or more.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Client advisory

Executive communication

Technical leadership

AI technologies

Education

Academic achievement

Job description

Forrester Research in Seattle is seeking a Principal Analyst to lead the Enterprise Solutions Architecture Practice within the Technology Architecture & Delivery Research Group. The role blends strategic guidance for CIOs and IT leaders with hands-on research across architecture, platforms, governance, and cost optimization.

You will produce high-quality content—reports, webinars, blogs—and help shape Forrester Waves and Landscape reports.