Strategic Intelligence: Software and AI Research Analyst (Denver) (1C75A8B)

Referment; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Referment is seeking a Research Analyst for its strategic intelligence team in Denver. You will investigate long-cycle themes in software, AI, cloud, cybersecurity, data platforms, and developer ecosystems, translating tech developments into investment insights.

You will produce concise memos, track AI adoption and market signals, and collaborate with investment teams to frame questions and address evidence gaps. This role suits a technology-focused analyst or consultant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and at least two years’ relevant experience.
• Background in technology research or investment analysis.
• Ability to connect technical developments to commercial consequences.

Responsibilities

• Research software and AI markets, pricing, and competitive positioning.
• Track AI adoption and its impact on productivity and spending.
• Gather insights through conferences, product briefings, and expert conversations.
• Write concise analytical memos for investment decisions.

Skills

Technology research

Software analysis

Investment analysis

Market intelligence

Data analysis

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Referment is working with a global investment and technology firm to hire a research analyst for a strategic intelligence team focused on software, artificial intelligence, and related technology sectors.

Based in Denver, you will investigate long-cycle themes and translate technical and market developments into investment-relevant insight. The remit spans enterprise software, generative AI, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, data platforms, and developer ecosystems, with close collaboration across investment teams.

The Role

• Research software and AI markets, business models, customer demand, pricing, product roadmaps, and competitive positioning.
• Track AI adoption, spending, implementation challenges, productivity effects, and commercialization across industries.
• Gather insight through conferences, expert consultations, product briefings, and conversations with industry participants.
• Monitor regulation, product launches, earnings commentary, and other investment-relevant signals.
• Write concise analytical memos and work with investment analysts to frame questions and address evidence gaps.

What We're Looking For

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent and at least two years’ relevant experience.
• Background in technology research, software analysis, investment analysis, consulting, market intelligence, data analysis, or a related field.
• Ability to connect technical developments to commercial consequences.
• Excellent research, synthesis, and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with enterprise technology purchasing, cloud infrastructure, AI applications, or software competition is advantageous.

This could suit a technology-focused analyst or consultant who wants to conduct deep thematic research in support of investment decisions.

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