BD & Investment Manager, AI + Game Tech

Tencent; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 100,300 - 233,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

15–25 days of vacation per year

Job summary

Tencent in Palo Alto is seeking a Strategic BD and Investment Manager to lead engagements with US companies, identifying collaboration opportunities in tech and gaming. This role requires a minimum of 3 years in tech investment or strategy consulting and a strong background in emerging technologies.

The expected salary ranges from $100,300 to $233,200 per year, with additional benefits like relocation and sign-on payments, extensive vacation time, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ work experience in tech investment or strategy consulting, preferably in gaming/entertainment.
• Demonstrated strategic vision with knowledge of AI applications in gaming.
• Proficient in analyzing market data and financial metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement with US and tech companies to identify collaboration.
• Evaluate investment opportunities in technology and games.
• Act as primary representative between Tencent and external innovators.

Skills

Tech investment or strategy consulting

Emerging technologies and market trends

MS Excel proficiency

PowerPoint proficiency

Financial metrics analysis

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Job description

Business Unit

Tencent Games was established in 2003. We are a leading global platform for game development, operations and publishing, and the largest online game community in China. Tencent Games has developed and operated over 140 games and provides cross‑platform interactive entertainment experience for more than 800 million users in over 200 countries and regions worldwide. Honorable titles include Honor of Kings, PUBG Mobile, and League of Legends. Tencent also actively promotes esports, partners with global players to build an open, collaborative industrial ecology, and creates high‑quality digital life experiences for players.

About the Hiring Team

The Business Development Department fosters connections between Tencent and top‑tier game developers worldwide, managing a network of over 100 global investment partners and developers. The team enhances Tencent’s global presence in the internet and gaming ecosystems, identifies business prospects, and supports investment partners in sustainable growth.

What the Role Entails

As a Strategic BD and Investment Manager, you will:

• Lead frontline engagement with US and AI/tech or AI+ application companies to identify collaboration opportunities and establish long‑term partnerships;
• Identify and evaluate high‑potential investment opportunities and strategic partnerships at the intersection of technology/AI and games/entertainment, and drive development of new ventures and incubate new businesses;
• Act as the primary external‑facing representative, bridging Tencent’s internal teams (studios, tech platform) with external innovators and ecosystem players;
• Monitor and analyze emerging technology and AI trends in gaming and entertainment, and develop a strategic framework for market analysis and opportunity assessment;
• Work directly with senior management across global AI and games markets;
• Collaborate with a team of high‑calibre executives formerly from top‑tier consultation firms and investment banks;
• Support decision‑making for executives and leaders of business groups;
• Provide game‑changing strategy and inspire out‑of‑the‑box thinking to senior leadership;
• Plan and manage business incubation, drive product innovation and new partnerships, and develop and execute go‑to‑market plans.

Who We Look For

• 3+ years’ work experience in tech investment or strategy consulting, preferably focusing on gaming/entertainment or TMT industries; an advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field is a strong plus;
• Demonstrated strategic vision, business insights and in‑depth knowledge of emerging technologies and market trends, especially AI applications in gaming;
• Proficiency in analyzing market data, financial metrics, and tech trends to identify promising opportunities in game tech/AI;
• Self‑starter capable of navigating ambiguity and driving investment strategies from ideation to execution while collaborating cross‑functionally;
• Effective team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Exceptional proficiency with MS Excel and PowerPoint, and working knowledge of statistics and analysis packages.

Location & Compensation

Location: US – California – Palo Alto

Expected base pay range: $100,300.00 – $233,200.00 per year (actual pay may vary based on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience). Employees may be eligible for a sign‑on payment, relocation package, and restricted stock units. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, up to 15–25 days of vacation per year (depending on tenure), up to 13 holidays each year, and up to 10 days of paid sick leave.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal‑opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel innovation and allow us to better serve our users and community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.