The opportunity
Datadog is seeking a highly motivated Senior Corporate Development Lead to drive our AI product strategy, build strong relationships across the founder and VC ecosystem, and support high-impact initiatives including acquisitions, venture investments, and startup partnerships.…
What you'll do
Support Datadog's AI product strategy by analyzing emerging technologies,: market opportunities, and competitive dynamics.
Source high-potential AI startups for acquisition, investment, or: partnership, and build a strong presence across the founder and VC ecosystem through meetups, conferences, and events.
Drive workstreams across diligence, valuation, financial modeling, strategic: assessment, and internal recommendations.
Partner with Product and Engineering leaders to evaluate build/buy/partner: opportunities aligned with Datadog's AI roadmap.
Support negotiation processes, including term sheets and partnership: structures, and collaborate on integration planning with cross-functional partners after deals close.
Help attract early-stage AI companies into Datadog's startup program.
What they're looking for
- Demonstrated technical knowledge through past experience (software: engineering, product management, VC, etc.) or a degree in Computer Science (or equivalent).
- Some experience with financial modeling, forecasting, or analysis (willingness to learn; we can teach you).
- Excited about building and maintaining a strong network across founders, VCs, and the broader AI ecosystem.
- Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous, and technically challenging environments.
