Special Capabilities Analyst

About Nebius: Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure. Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI. Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R&D. The role • The Special Capabilities Analyst will be responsible for coordinating and applying advanced research capabilities for the Nebius Global Intelligence team, with the aim of strengthening the company’s understanding of complex business, digital, and international environments. • The role combines the management of specialized research assignments, collaboration with professional partners and vendors, and the use of diverse research tools, sources, and methodologies. Responsibilities include understanding the business need, developing an appropriate research approach, coordinating execution, and assessing the quality, reliability, and relevance of the resulting deliverables. • The Analyst will integrate information and findings from different sources and areas of expertise, identify relationships, patterns, and trends, and transform them into a clear picture that supports assessments and decision-making. The role requires research and operational experience, technological understanding, the ability to manage external interfaces, sound judgment, and discretion when handling sensitive information. Your responsibilities will include: • Manage and coordinate complex research assignments, from receiving the initial requirement through delivery of the final product to the internal stakeholder. • Translate the department’s information needs into clear work plans and assignments for external providers and professional specialists. • Work closely with research firms, information providers, and professional partners across a range of specialized fields. • Conduct research across diverse digital environments, including social media, online communities, foreign-language sources, and specialized information sources. • Use advanced research tools and technological capabilities to expand coverage and identify information not captured through standard monitoring tools. • Identify and analyze relevant individuals and entities, relationships, trends, activity patterns, and online developments of potential significance to the company. • Plan and coordinate tailored research approaches using providers, sources, and professional capabilities suited to the requirements of each assignment. • Verify and cross-reference findings obtained from different sources and information channels and assess their reliability and significance. • Integrate findings into a clear research picture and prepare assessments, profiles, and briefings for the intelligence team and internal stakeholders. • Manage the quality of work performed by providers and professional partners, including monitoring compliance with requirements, timelines, and expected deliverable standards. • Maintain structured documentation and ensure discretion and responsible handling of sensitive information throughout the research process. We expect you to have: • 5+ years of experience in commercial intelligence or specialized research firms, including hands-on responsibility for managing integrated research and collection activities.