Senior Research Analyst

Overview

This position is under the China AI Domain, specifically focusing on the China Developer Ecosystem, Development tools, PaaS, Agent Infrastructure, and Opensource technologies. The Senior Research Analyst will be responsible for creating robust and market-leading research content and delivering consulting projects.

What You’ll Do

• Independent Research: Collect first-hand data and product strategy information on mainstream development tools, open source software, PaaS, and agent infrastructure vendors in the market, investigating the latest progress and differentiated features of leading products.
• Business Analysis: Analyze and assess the development trends of development tools, AI native platforms, PaaS, and AI agent markets. Create in-depth analysis on market trends, competitor analysis, product assessments, and market forecasts.
• Report Writing: Create market research, data analysis, market trend forecasting, and product evaluation reports.
• Consulting Services: Provide clients with technical, product, and market consulting services related to the developer ecosystem, software development tools, and open source.

Qualifications

• Educational Background: Master's degree or above, preferably in software engineering, computer science, mathematics, or related fields.
• Proficient English Skills: Possess strong English proficiency, enabling independent research on cutting-edge technologies, mainstream products, and commercialization progress of global AI and low-code/no-code development platforms.
• Work Experience: Must have over 3 years of work experience in the IT field, preferably in software development, Cloud, or AI domains.
• Industry Background: Possess fundamental knowledge in software/Cloud development. Deep understanding of Cloud architecture. Knowledge of Opensource would be a huge plus.
• Professional Skills: Demonstrate independent research capabilities, deep analytical thinking, rigorous logic, and the ability to independently write reports and deliver consulting projects.
• Communication Skills: Must be able to communicate clearly in Mandarin and English in a business environment. Public speaking experience would be a plus.
• Written Skills: Must be able to create written content in Chinese and English.

Why This Role Stands Out at IDC

At IDC, your work helps shape how the world understands technology and where it goes next. You collaborate with curious, high-caliber colleagues who value rigor, integrity, and shared success. As the premier global provider of trusted technology intelligence, IDC equips business and technology leaders with the evidence they need to make confident decisions. Our insights inform strategy, investment, and innovation across industries and regions.

Recognized by IIAR as Analyst Firm of the Year for five consecutive years, IDC sets the standard for credibility and impact. With more than 1,000 analysts worldwide and a truly global perspective, we combine deep expertise with practical relevance. Here, your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your contributions provide the insights leaders rely on every day. It is meaningful work, backed by a culture that supports growth, collaboration, and long-term career development with a globally respected brand.

What We Offer

• Work-life balance with standard office hours (Mon–Fri)
• Year-end Christmas & New Year shutdown
• 15–25 days Annual Leave (based on tenure)
• Comprehensive leave benefits (medical, parental, marriage)
• Social security & medical insurance coverage
• Grow your career with a globally respected firm

Equal Opportunity Employer

IDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. Employment eligibility verification required. We participate in E-Verify.

Key skills/competency

• Research
• Data Analysis
• Market Forecasting
• Consulting
• AI
• PaaS
• Open Source
• Software Development
• Cloud Architecture
• Communication