Senior Corporate Development Lead, AI

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Build and maintain a strong presence across the founder and VC ecosystem through meetups, conferences, and industry events.
• Drive workstreams across diligence, valuation, financial modeling, and strategic assessment.
• Partner with Product and Engineering leaders to evaluate build/buy/partner opportunities aligned with the AI roadmap.
• Support negotiation processes, including term sheets and partnership structures.
• Collaborate on integration planning with cross-functional partners following successful deals.

Requirements

• Demonstrated technical knowledge through experience in software engineering, product management, or venture capital.
• A degree in Computer Science or an equivalent technical background.
• Experience with financial modeling, forecasting, or strategic analysis.
• A strong existing network within the founder and VC ecosystem.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and technically demanding environment.
• Excellent communication and prioritization skills to manage multiple complex stakeholders.

Benefits

• Generous global benefits including healthcare, dental, and mental health support.
• New hire stock equity (RSUs) and an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).
• Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing.
• Intra-departmental mentor and buddy programs.
• Inclusive company culture with access to Community Guilds and Inclusion Talks.

About the Company

Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale. Trusted globally by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth AI leaders, Datadog enables businesses to move faster with clarity and confidence.