Senior Corporate Development Lead, AI
DatadogNew York, New York, United States • San Francisco, California, United States
Posted February 13, 2026
240000 - 284000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Datadog is a global SaaS business delivering a rare combination of growth and profitability. We champion professional development, diversity of thought, innovation, and work excellence to empower continuous growth.
Job Description
Datadog is seeking a highly motivated Senior Corporate Development Lead to drive AI product strategy and build strong relationships across the founder and VC ecosystem. The role involves supporting high-impact initiatives, including acquisitions, venture investments, and startup partnerships.
Requirements
- Demonstrated technical knowledge through past experience (software engineering, product management, VC, etc.) or a degree in Computer Science (or equivalent)
- 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
Benefits
- Best-in-breed onboarding
- Generous global benefits
- Intra-departmental mentor and buddy program for in-house networking
- New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
- Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing
- An inclusive company culture, able to join our Community Guilds and Inclusion Talks
- Comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits including healthcare, dental, parental planning, and mental health benefits, a 401(k) plan and match, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, and a discounted employee stock purchase plan
