IDC US/IDC Canada is seeking a Research Director to join our established Cloud and Edge Infrastructure research practice, focusing on Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
This dynamic individual will work closely with technology vendors and other analyst teams, driving research in key areas such as public cloud compute (virtualized and bare metal), public cloud storage (file, block, and object), and on-premises cloud infrastructure. This senior member of IDC’s infrastructure research team will be responsible for supporting ongoing research, market forecasts, custom consulting, and Go-To-Market services.
Why IDC?
IDC is the most respected global technology market research firm. We are changing the way the world thinks about the impact of technology on business and society. Our people, data, and analytics create global technology insights that accelerate customer success. IDC has been recognized for four consecutive years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023) by the IIAR as the Analyst Firm of the Year which is one of the highest accolades for the technology market research industry.
Our collaborative, innovative and entrepreneurial culture is the perfect place for you to discover your future.
This position is based in IDG’s Needham, MA office. We will consider remote candidates from an approved US office location. We will consider remote approved Canadian locations (Alberta, British Columbia, and Nova Scotia) or in the Greater Toronto area.
Responsibilities Develop and publish a comprehensive body of thought-provoking research on all aspects of the IaaS industry and market. This includes developing taxonomies, market share and forecast reports, vendor reports, technology assessments, end user reports and market perspectives.Propagate IDC’s point of view to the broader industry with the goal of establishing IDC as a market research leader in IaaS. This includes developing and delivering presentations on current and future industry trends, impact on vendors, and guiding IDC clients on the current and future state of the market. It also includes speaking at industry conferences and vendor events.Work with IDC colleagues to ensure the IaaS coverage is well rounded in terms of quantitative and qualitative, IT supplier and end user, decision maker and investor, and vertical industry specific coverage. Cultivate and manage executive-level relationships with customers, prospects, and other key industry players in the cloud IaaS market. QualificationsBachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred10+ years' experience in market research, product management, or product marketingKnowledge of cloud instance types, storage services, and on-premises cloud solutions from leading providers such as AWS, Microsoft, Google.Insights into hybrid and multicloud deployment models and the impact AI will have on cloud infrastructure.Research and/or marketing professional with good knowledge of market analysis frameworks such as market sizing models, market segmentation and competitive intelligenceExcellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to analyze, present and articulate complex data setsGood interpersonal and organizational skills and the capacity to work both independently and within a team
About IDC:
International Data Corporation (IDC) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications and consumer technology markets. IDC helps IT professionals, business executives, and the investment community make fact-based decisions on technology purchases and business strategy. More than 1,300 IDC analysts provide global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries worldwide. For 50 years, IDC has provided strategic insights to help our clients achieve their key business objectives. IDC is a subsidiary of IDG, the world's leading technology media, research, and events company.
IDC US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, handicap, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, ancestry, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or other categories protected by law.
At IDC US, we are committed to fair and equitable pay practices. We pay our employees equitably for their work, commensurate with their individual skills and experience. Salary range and additional compensation, including discretionary bonuses and incentive pay, are determined by a rigorous review process. This process considers the experience, education, certifications, and skills required for the specific role, equity with similarly situated employees, as well as employer-verified US region-specific market data provided by an independent 3rd party partner. The expected total annual compensation, depending on location and experience, is between $145,000 and $165,000 USD and is inclusive of base salary and variable compensation (if applicable).
Compensation for IDC Canada will be determined based on current market data for CAD dollars.
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