Datadog
Product Strategy and Corporate Development Lead, AI
$213K–$284K
San Francisco, California, USA +1 · Full-time · Posted Feb 13, 2026
- Location
- San Francisco, California, USA
San Francisco, CA, United States - Education
- A degree in Computer Science (or equivalent) is one stated path to demonstrating technical knowledge.
About the job
Lead AI product strategy and corporate development initiatives, including evaluating and sourcing AI startups for acquisitions, investments, and partnerships.
What you'll do
- Analyze AI technologies, markets, and competitors to support product strategy and build/buy/partner decisions.
- Source AI startups and lead workstreams for diligence, valuation, financial modeling, negotiations, and internal recommendations.
- Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and cross-functional teams on strategic deals, integration planning, and startup ecosystem engagement.
What they ask for
- Demonstrated technical knowledge through relevant experience or a degree in Computer Science (or equivalent).
- Some experience with financial modeling, forecasting, or analysis.
- Strong communication skills and ability to prioritize across complex stakeholders and projects.
- Ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguous, and technically challenging environments.
Nice to have
Pay
$213,000 — $284,000 USD yearly salary (base salary)
AI focus
Supports Datadog’s AI product strategy and roadmap by assessing AI technologies and opportunities, and sourcing AI startups for acquisition, investment, or partnership.
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