Senior AI Partnerships & Growth Leader

Datadog; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-breed onboarding

Generous global benefits

Intra-departmental mentor program

Job summary

Datadog is looking for a Senior Corporate Development Lead to drive AI product strategy and build relationships across the VC ecosystem. This hybrid role involves sourcing high-potential AI startups and collaborating with engineering leaders.

The ideal candidate possesses a background in technical domains, excellent communication skills, and a passion for AI. Datadog values its office culture and aims to create a work-life harmony that fits all employees.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated technical knowledge through past experience or a degree in Computer Science.
• Some experience with financial modeling, forecasting, or analysis.
• Excited about building a strong network across founders and VCs.

Responsibilities

• Support Datadog’s AI product strategy by analyzing emerging technologies.
• Source high-potential AI startups for acquisition or partnership.
• Attend meetups and events to expand visibility and opportunities.
• Drive workstreams across diligence, valuation, and recommendations.
• Partner with leaders to evaluate aligned opportunities.
• Collaborate on integration planning post-acquisition.

Skills

Technical knowledge (software engineering, product management, VC)

Financial modeling

Strong communication skills

Negotiation capabilities

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Job description

Datadog is looking for a Senior Corporate Development Lead to drive AI product strategy and build relationships across the VC ecosystem. This hybrid role involves sourcing high-potential AI startups and collaborating with engineering leaders.

The ideal candidate possesses a background in technical domains, excellent communication skills, and a passion for AI. Datadog values its office culture and aims to create a work-life harmony that fits all employees.