About the Role & TeamIDC is seeking a Data Analyst to join our SW Data team, motivated to learn about the Software domain, market research and data analysis, to join our Software Data team. If you are passionate about technology, eager to explore market trends, and ready to develop your analytical and technical skills, we offer the perfect platform for your professional growth. Our team is committed to nurturing talent, providing extensive training, and supporting long-term career development.
What You’ll Do
- Market Research: Conduct primary and secondary research focused on the software market.
- Industry Analysis: Support and deliver industry and technology research for qualitative and data-focused products in a global team.
- Data Management: Engage in data management, transformation, and modelling. Develop your skills in data visualization to turn complex information into actionable insights. Utilize quantitative tools for market sizing and forecasting.
- Consulting Support: Assist in specific consulting projects, contributing to bespoke client solutions.
- Industry Expertise: Develop and maintain thorough knowledge of vendor strategies and key market dynamics within key Software areas.
- Collaboration: Work with regional and global teams to leverage diverse perspectives.
What You Bring
- 2+ years of experience in market research, data analytics, or other relevant experience
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics, Information Sciences, Social Sciences, or a related field
- Strong analytical thinking with a creative approach to problem-solving and data analysis
- Strong English written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required; proficiency in PowerPoint and Power BI are a plus
- Familiarity and interest in growing expertise with GenAI tools
- Ability to use Python for data analysis is a plus
Why This Role Stands Out
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
- A permanent, full-time position in a hybrid working module.
- A competitive benefit package with additional companywide (1 day in the summer and global shutdown from 24th Dec to 1st Jan).
- Individualized Culture: An environment where you can explore new areas outside your specialty and stay engaged with work you enjoy.
- A position in a highly professional and globally respected market research and advisory firm, where initiative leading to results is rewarded.
Equal Opportunity Employer
IDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. Employment eligibility verification required. We participate in E-Verify.
#LI-PC
Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience in market research, data analytics, or relevant experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Information Sciences, Social Sciences, or a related field
- Strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills
- Strong English written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint
- Proficiency in Microsoft Power BI
- Familiarity with and interest in developing expertise in generative AI tools
- Ability to use Python for data analysis
IDC Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IDC and has not been reviewed or approved by IDC.
-
Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, covering medical, dental, and vision. Disability and life insurance coverage is also outlined as meaningful income protection tied to base pay.
-
Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan is described with an employer match structure that can add meaningful value to total rewards. This provides a clear retirement savings mechanism beyond base salary.
-
Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid leave provisions include parenting leave and broader paid time off elements. Additional recharge programs and recognition initiatives are positioned as supportive of work/life balance.
IDC Insights
What We Do
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 more than 50 years IDC has provided strategic insights to help our clients achieve their key business objectives. IDC’s Insights businesses provide industry-focused advice for IT buyers in the Financial, Government, Health, Retail, Manufacturing and Energy verticals. IDC is a subsidiary of IDG, the world's leading technology media, research, and events company. . To learn more about IDC, please visit www.idc.com. Follow IDC on Twitter at @IDC and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the IDC Blog for industry news and insights
