Sr. Director, Analyst AI Integration & API Management (Remote - US)

Experience with AI-native integration platforms, API gateways, and orchestration tools.

Background in designing interfaces for AI/ML pipelines, including considerations for security, scalability, and compliance.

Familiarity with cloud-native architectures, microservices, and event-driven systems.

Published research, blogs, or thought leadership in the integration/API/AI domain.

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Conduct in-depth research and analysis on AI integration strategies, API management, and AI orchestration, with a focus on practical implementation and operational excellence.

Author research notes, market guides, and best practices that help clients navigate the complexities of integrating AI into existing ecosystems, including API-driven architectures and hybrid/multi-cloud environments.

Advise clients (including architects and integration leaders) on vendor selection, technology adoption, and implementation challenges, leveraging hands-on experience and market familiarity.

Deliver presentations, webinars, and client engagements that cut through industry hype, providing objective, evidence-based recommendations and actionable insights.

Monitor and analyze market trends, vendor offerings, and emerging technologies related to AI integration, API management, and AI, ensuring Gartner clients remain ahead of the curve.

Collaborate with fellow analysts and research teams to develop cross-domain perspectives on AI integration, security, scalability, and governance.

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