Product Strategy and Corporate Development Lead, AI

The shape of it

In the posting’s own words

At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds, and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.

What it asks for · 6

• Demonstrated technical knowledge through past experience (software engineering, product management, VC, etc.) or a degree in Computer Science (or equivalent).
• Some 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.
• Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous, and technically challenging environments.
• Excellent prioritization and ability to operate across multiple complex stakeholders and projects.
• Strong communication skills and enthusiasm for developing negotiation capabilities.

What the job covers

• 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, and build a strong presence across the founder and VC ecosystem through meetups, conferences, and events.
• Drive workstreams across diligence, valuation, financial modeling, strategic assessment, and internal recommendations.
• Partner with Product and Engineering leaders to evaluate build/buy/partner opportunities aligned with Datadog's AI roadmap.
• Support negotiation processes, including term sheets and partnership structures, and collaborate on integration planning with cross-functional partners after deals close.
• Help attract early-stage AI companies into Datadog's startup program.

Degree language

• Demonstrated technical knowledge through past experience (software engineering, product management, VC, etc.) or a degree in Computer Science (or equivalent).

Tools and skills named

Words the posting leans on

• product5×
• founder4×
• operate4×
• startup4×
• support4×
• build3×
• ecosystem3×
• partner3×
• partnership3×
• acquisition2×
• collaborate2×
• creativity2×
• drive2×
• engineering leaders2×
• excited2×
• experience2×

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