Product Strategy and Corporate Development Lead, AI

ABOUT THE ROLE 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. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about AI and developer tools, comfortable rolling up their sleeves, and excited to operate in a fluid, technically demanding environment. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Senior Corporate Development Lead, you will support Datadog's AI product strategy by analyzing emerging technologies, market opportunities, and competitive dynamics. You will 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. You will drive workstreams across diligence, valuation, financial modeling, strategic assessment, and internal recommendations. You will partner with Product and Engineering leaders to evaluate build/buy/partner opportunities aligned with Datadog's AI roadmap. You will support negotiation processes, including term sheets and partnership structures, and collaborate on integration planning with cross-functional partners after deals close. You will also help attract early-stage AI companies into Datadog's startup program. WHAT YOU'LL NEED To be successful in this role, you will need to have demonstrated technical knowledge through past experience (software engineering, product management, VC, etc.) or a degree in Computer Science (or equivalent). You will need some experience with financial modeling, forecasting, or analysis (willingness to learn; we can teach you). You will need to be excited about building and maintaining a strong network across founders, VCs, and the broader AI ecosystem. You will need to be a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous, and technically challenging environments. You will need excellent prioritization and ability to operate across multiple complex stakeholders and projects. You will need strong communication skills and enthusiasm for developing negotiation capabilities. WHY REMOTE Datadog operates as a hybrid workplace to ensure our employees can create a work-life harmony that best fits them. This role is designed to be remote-friendly, allowing you to work from anywhere and maintain a healthy work-life balance. BENEFITS Datadog offers a competitive salary and equity package, and may include variable compensation. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, Datadog offers a wide range of best-in-class, comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits for this role, including: - Healthcare, dental, parental planning, and mental health benefits - A 401(k) plan and match - Paid time off - Fitness reimbursements - A discounted employee stock purchase plan The reasonably estimated yearly salary for this role at Datadog is $193,000 - $227,000 USD.