Senior Corporate Development Lead Jobs

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. You will be part of a small, high-visibility team that reports directly to Datadog’s Founder/CEO. The ideal candidate is passionate about AI and developer tools, comfortable rolling up their sleeves, and excited to operate in a fluid, technically demanding environment. You will support evaluations, source promising AI startups, collaborate closely with internal product and engineering leaders, and help position Datadog as the preferred partner for the next generation of founders. This role is ideal for someone who is hungry for increased responsibility, operates with authenticity and creativity, and prioritizes the company’s interests. 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 You’ll Do: 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. Attend meetups, conferences, and ecosystem events to expand Datadog’s visibility and pipeline opportunities. 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. Collaborate on integration planning with cross-functional partners after acquisitions or strategic de

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. You will be part of a small, high-visibility team that reports directly to Datadog's Founder/CEO. The ideal candidate is passionate about AI and developer tools, comfortable rolling up their sleeves, and excited to operate in a fluid, technically demanding environment. You will support evaluations, source promising AI startups, collaborate closely with internal product and engineering leaders, and help position Datadog as the preferred partner for the next generation of founders. This role is ideal for someone who is hungry for increased responsibility, operates with authenticity and creativity, and prioritizes the company's interests. 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 You'll Do: 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. Wh

About Paytm Paytm is India's leading mobile payments and financial services distribution company. Pioneer of the mobile QR payments revolution in India, Paytm builds technologies that help small businesses with payments and commerce. Paytm’s mission is to serve half a billion Indians and bring them to the mainstream economy with the help of technology. Job Purpose The Corporate Development team drives the company's long-term growth and strategic evolution. As a Senior Corporate Development team member, you will own the end-to-end inorganic growth roadmap — from scouting and originating deals through evaluation, execution, and handoff to integration. You will bring deep, hands-on experience from the venture capital ecosystem and act as a primary connector between external market opportunities and internal executive leadership. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategy & Market Intelligence • Partner with senior executives to define and refine the company's inorganic growth roadmap • Run continuous macroeconomic and industry research to surface emerging trends, market disruptions, and high-fit targets • Track market developments, precedent transactions, and comparable companies • Own and maintain a proactive pipeline of acquisition, investment, and partnership targets 2. Deal Scouting & Sourcing • Actively scout and originate deals across the VC ecosystem — founders, venture funds, growth investors, and strategic networks • Build and deepen relationships with VCs, investment bankers, PE firms, and target company leadership • Screen inbound and outbound opportunities against corporate strategic criteria with clear go/no-go judgment • Develop sharp strategic rationale and business cases for C-suite and Board review 3. Deal Management • Own the deal book: prioritization, stage tracking, stakeholder alignment, and decision cadence • Coordinate due diligence and manage data rooms on live transactions • Orchestrate internal cross-functional teams (Legal, Finance, Tax, HR

Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG) is looking for a Product Strategy and Corporate Development Lead to drive Product vision, M&A, and venture investments for Datadog. You will work directly with Datadog's founders, partnering with Datadog's global engineering and product leaders to identify and execute transactions that expand our platform into new markets. This is not a traditional Corp Dev seat. You will operate on a small, high-autonomy team where technical depth matters as much as deal execution. You can expect to focus on the EMEA landscape, which is one of the most dynamic ecosystems in enterprise software right now, and you will be at the center of it. At the same time, you'll be working with our Product and Engineering leaders based in Europe, who will depend on you to be the fabric between our NYC and Paris HQs. Together, you'll be expected to go deep and autonomously explore new areas of expansion for us. 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 You’ll Do: (Describe role responsibilities here) Be close to our Product & Engineering leaders to discover new areas of interest and acceleration before an M&A target is even identified, and stay ahead of market trends in AI/ML, observability, security, and cloud infrastructure to inform Datadog's growth strategy Identify and evaluate M&A targets and venture investment opportunities across European markets, with a focus on AI-native and infrastructure companies Build deep relationships with founders, VCs, and accelerators across the Paris, London, and Iberian ecosystems to generate proprietary deal flow Lead end-to-end due diligence: technical product assessments, financial modeling, valuation analysis, and integration planning Partner with senior engineering and product leaders to assess techni

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. Position Summary The Senior Manager, Corporate Development — M&A Integration plays a critical role in advancing the organization’s mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic growth initiatives. This individual will support multiple transactions simultaneously and partner closely with business leaders and cross-functional teams to plan and execute due diligence, integrations, and separations. As a key member of the M&A Integration team, the Senior Manager will develop and manage value chain analyses, entanglement assessments, stranded-cost analyses, one-time cost evaluations, service grids, and transition services agreements for acquisitions and divestitures. The ideal candidate brings strong M&A execution experience, strategic thinking, financial acumen, stakeholder-management expertise, and the ability to deliver results in a complex, matrixed environment. Key Responsibilities Transaction Execution and Integration Support multiple acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic transactions concurrently. Partner with Corporate Development leadership to evaluate, plan, and execute complex transactions. Lead critical integration and separation planning activities to support smooth transitions and achieve transaction objectives. Develop and maintain transaction workplans, timelines, milestones, risk logs,

About the Team OpenAI's Legal team plays a crucial role in furthering OpenAI's mission by tackling innovative, fundamental legal issues in AI and supporting OpenAI’s growth. If you're passionate about doing significant and unique work, this team is for you. The team comprises professionals from diverse fields, including technology, AI, privacy, IP, corporate, employment, tax law, regulatory, and litigation. About the Role As a Senior Corporate Counsel, M&A, you will support and lead mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, investments, warrants, infrastructure financings and other corporate transactions through the full lifecycle and provide strategic advice to the business on a broad range of transactional matters. This is a unique opportunity to be directly involved in the forefront of the legal and technology field. This role will work closely with our Corporate Development, Finance, Product & Research, People, and other teams and report to our Deputy General Counsel, M&A, Investments and Strategic Transactions. This role is based in San Francisco, CA. We use a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees. In this role, you will: Lead and support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, investments, partnerships and other strategic transactions through the full lifecycle, including opportunity assessment, deal structuring, negotiation, due diligence, and execution Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents, including definitive agreements, letters of intent, and ancillary documents. Provide strategic advice to the corporate development team, senior management and other internal stakeholders regarding transactions and M&A strategy and deal execution. Work collaboratively with multiple cross-functional teams across the company, including on post-transaction and integration matters. Support the corporate legal team on a broad range of corporate matters, including financings, liquidity events,

CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT Job Purpose The Corporate Development team is responsible for driving the company's long-term growth and strategic evolution. As a Corporate Development , you will play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and executing inorganic growth opportunities. This includes mergers and acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures, strategic alliances, divestitures, and corporate investments. You will act as a key connector between external market opportunities and internal executive leadership. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategy & Market Intelligence Collaborate with senior executives to define and refine the company’s inorganic growth roadmap.Conduct continuous macroeconomic, industry research to identify emerging trends, market disruptions, and potential targets. Tracking market developments, precedent transactions, and comparable companies. Maintain a robust, proactive pipeline of acquisition, investment, and partnership targets. 2. Deal Sourcing & Evaluation Build and maintain relationships with investment bankers, venture capital/private equity firms, and target company management teams. Perform initial screening of inbound and outbound deal opportunities against corporate strategic criteria. Develop high-quality strategic rationale and business cases for presentation to the C-suite and Board of Directors. 3. Due Diligence & Deal Execution Coordinating due diligence processes and managing data rooms (in live deals) Coordinate internal cross-functional teams (Legal, Finance, Tax, HR, Product, Operations) and external advisors during the due diligence process. Lead the project management of the transaction lifecycle from Letter of Intent (LOI) to definitive documentation and closing. 4. Integration & Post-Closing Support Partner with operational teams to design post-merger integration (PMI) playbooks. Ensure that projected financial and operational synergies are tracked and realized post-acquisition Role Requirements & Qualifications Educati

About the Team The Corporate Development team sits at the intersection of OpenAI’s strategy and the global AI ecosystem. Partnering closely with engineering, product, and business leaders, we analyze markets, technologies, and companies to identify opportunities that accelerate OpenAI’s mission and long-term strategy. Bringing together expertise in strategy, M&A, and integration, the team leads the end-to-end process of sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and integrating acquisitions and other strategic transactions. About the Role The Corporate Development Deal Lead will own high-priority M&A and strategic transaction work from early evaluation through diligence, structuring, negotiation, approval, and close. This person will translate strategic priorities and market insight into actionable deal opportunities, build the business case for transactions, and drive cross-functional alignment with senior stakeholders. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role for someone who can combine strategic judgment, financial rigor, founder relationship-building, and crisp execution. The ideal candidate can lead complex transactions, partner well with executive stakeholders, and help build the AI-native systems, tools, and operating practices that allow Corp Dev to scale. This role is based in our San Francisco HQ. We use a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees. In this role, you will: Lead end-to-end execution of corporate development transactions (e.g., acquisitions and strategic investments), including sourcing, diligence, valuation, structuring, negotiation, and closing. Track and interpret key trends across AI, technology, and adjacent industries, translating the competitive and startup landscape into clear, high-impact insights for OpenAI’s leadership. Proactively source acquisition and other opportunities by building deep relationships across the venture, startup, and incubator ecosystem. Partner closely wi

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all . Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever. Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all . Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever. We are seeking a strong, well rounded leader who works well cross functionality to shape and execute our strategic efforts around M&A, Venture Capital, and Corporate Business Development activities: Responsibilities Drive M&A and Venture Capital strategy in partnership with senior corporate and subsidiary leadership, including opportunity identification and prioritization. Lead sourcing, evaluation, and due‑diligence efforts for M&A, VC, and partnership opportunities, assessing strategic fit, financial value, and integration requirements. Manage cross‑functional teams through diligence, deal execution, operational assessment, and post‑deal integration planning. Build and maintain strong relationships with target company executives while regularly scanning markets for new business and technology opportunities. Prepare acquisition proposals, validate financial models, and deliver strategic recommendations and presentations to executives and key collaborators. Integrates AI-assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiven

Upwork Inc.’s (Nasdaq: UPWK) family of companies connects businesses with global, AI-enabled talent across every contingent work type including freelance, fractional, and payrolled. This portfolio includes the Upwork Marketplace, which connects businesses with on-demand access to highly skilled talent across the globe, and Lifted, which provides a purpose-built solution for enterprise organizations to source, contract, manage, and pay talent across the full spectrum of contingent work. From Fortune 100 enterprises to entrepreneurs, businesses rely on Upwork Inc. to find and hire expert talent, leverage AI-powered work solutions, and drive business transformation. With access to professionals spanning more than 10,000 skills across AI & machine learning, software development, sales & marketing, customer support, finance & accounting, and more, the Upwork family of companies enables businesses of all sizes to scale, innovate, and transform their workforces for the age of AI and beyond. Since its founding, Upwork Inc. has facilitated more than $30 billion in total transactions and services as it fulfills its purpose to create opportunity in every era of work. Learn more about the Upwork Marketplace at upwork.com and follow on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , TikTok , and X ; and learn more about Lifted at go-lifted.com and follow on LinkedIn . We are seeking a Senior Director of Corporate Development who is passionate about M&A, investments and shaping the long-term strategy of a category-defining company. This senior role will help set, influence and implement inorganic growth opportunities through creative idea generation and disciplined execution, lead and manage the full deal lifecycle—identifying, evaluating and structuring M&A and investments as well as integrating acquisitions—and partner closely with the executive team to ensure each transaction can unlock innovation, accelerate growth and drive long-term shareholder value. This role

MongoDB is hiring a Senior Manager, Corporate Development & Ventures to help drive our inorganic growth strategy — partnering closely with our Sr. Director of Corporate Development & Ventures on M&A and strategic investment activity. This role is for someone who wants to own M&A execution end-to-end. You'll independently source, evaluate, and run a steady pipeline of deals, partnering with the Sr. Director and VP on our highest-stakes transactions. Once a deal signs an LOI, you become the day-to-day driver — the person Finance, Legal, HR, and the business count on to get it through close and integration. You'll work closely with Product, Engineering, Finance, People, and other business stakeholders to help shape decisions about MongoDB's position in data infrastructure and AI. The role sits primarily in Corporate Development, with regular exposure to our Ventures platform. What you’ll bring Has 4–8 years of experience in Corporate Development, Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Venture Capital Has meaningful experience running deal workstreams and is ready to own transactions end-to-end with real autonomy Is comfortable operating independently, while knowing when to bring in the Sr. Director, VP, or other senior leaders Demonstrates strong judgment, particularly under time pressure and incomplete information Holds a high bar for analytical rigor, but knows when to move without perfect data Can engage credibly with technical leaders while maintaining a clear business perspective Is direct, low-ego, and accountable — focused on outcomes, not process What you will do Own Deals, End-to-End Independently source, evaluate, and run your own pipeline of M&A and investment opportunities, from initial engagement through LOI Build and pressure-test valuation, structure, and strategic rationale, partnering with the Sr. Director and VP on the most complex or highest-stakes calls Know when to move on your own judgment and when to escalate Be the Function's

We are looking for a talented engineer to lead evaluation of startup acquisition opportunities in the AI, cloud and security space. You will drive product evaluations, prepare and manage technical architecture discussions with target groups in Product and Engineering and provide roadmap suggestions for M&A and investments for Datadog. You will be a key partner to Datadog’s C-level leadership and highly visible at the most senior levels of Datadog. The role is reporting into the Senior Director of Product Strategy and falls within the Product organization. We are looking for an innovative and strategic thinker who is passionate about the latest tech being developed by startups in the cloud, AI and security space. The ideal candidate enjoys researching and evaluating new technologies, works effectively with cross-functional teams, and communicates opinions concisely to our leadership team. Broad understanding of relevant Cloud Technologies and deep understanding of the full coverage of Datadogs current offerings is necessary. The Corporate Development team is small and values authentic, strong-willed individuals who think creatively and proactively. This role leads technical due diligence from a product and architecture perspective across our acquisition pipeline. You'll scope and stand up proof-of-concept and sandbox environments to stress-test candidate products, then give an honest, unvarnished view of their quality and depth - the kind of assessment that holds up regardless of deal momentum. You'll assess technical architecture, flag the risks and open questions that matter most early, and turn that into a clear post-acquisition integration path. Working closely with engineering, you'll keep the evaluation focused on what's actually decision-relevant, then translate the findings into strategic recommendations for leadership and help carry the integration through by partnering with the right people on the other side. What You’l

We are looking for a talented engineer to lead evaluation of startup acquisition opportunities in the AI, cloud and security space. You will drive product evaluations, prepare and manage technical architecture discussions with target groups in Product and Engineering and provide roadmap suggestions for M&A and investments for Datadog. You will be a key partner to Datadog’s C-level leadership and highly visible at the most senior levels of Datadog. The role is reporting into the Senior Director of Product Strategy and falls within the Product organization. We are looking for an innovative and strategic thinker who is passionate about the latest tech being developed by startups in the cloud, AI and security space. The ideal candidate enjoys researching and evaluating new technologies, works effectively with cross-functional teams, and communicates opinions concisely to our leadership team. Broad understanding of relevant Cloud Technologies and deep understanding of the full coverage of Datadogs current offerings is necessary. The Corporate Development team is small and values authentic, strong-willed individuals who think creatively and proactively. This role leads technical due diligence from a product and architecture perspective across our acquisition pipeline. You'll scope and stand up proof-of-concept and sandbox environments to stress-test candidate products, then give an honest, unvarnished view of their quality and depth - the kind of assessment that holds up regardless of deal momentum. You'll assess technical architecture, flag the risks and open questions that matter most early, and turn that into a clear post-acquisition integration path. Working closely with engineering, you'll keep the evaluation focused on what's actually decision-relevant, then translate the findings into strategic recommendations for leadership and help carry the integration through by partnering with the right people on the other side. What You’l

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. Position Summary The Senior Manager, Market Intelligence will lead strategic workstreams end-to-end, directing team analysis and shaping executive-ready recommendations on the enterprise's most important growth and corporate development questions. Partnering closely with the Enterprise Strategy team, this role drives market research, competitive analysis, and project management to identify growth opportunities, assess markets, and support M&A and partnership evaluation. The Senior Manager will leverage AI-enabled research and market intelligence tools to accelerate insight generation and inform enterprise decision-making, while coaching junior colleagues and building alignment across senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead one or more Market Intelligence workstreams by defining scope, structuring plans, and adjusting course as priorities evolve. Analyze market trends, competitive dynamics, macroeconomic factors, and growth opportunities to shape strategic recommendations. Direct hypothesis-driven analysis, ensuring insights are accurate, timely, and decision-ready. Synthesize qualitative and quantitative insights into clear points of view by challenging assumptions, reconciling differing perspectives, and connecting findings to broader strategic implications. Craft executive-ready narratives, business cases, and recommendations

Everpure (NYSE: P) has evolved from storage pioneer to data platform, closing fiscal 2026 with $3.7 billion in revenue, its first billion-dollar quarter, and accelerating growth into FY27. Our strategic agenda spans the companies defining the next era of technology - hyperscalers, AI labs, the AI hardware supply chain, data platform providers, and the broader AI ecosystem. This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us. THE ROLE Everpure is seeking an experienced program manager to lead a high-visibility strategic initiative spanning across the tech ecosystem. Reporting to the Head of Business Operations, India, you will establish and run these programs to deliver local value and global visibility. WHAT YOU'LL DO 1. Build and scale the Everpure’s first Startup Engagement Initiative: Operationalize the initiative by collaborating across VCs and startup incubators Imagine and develop offerings to accelerate growth and adoption and innovate avenues for co-development Collaborate with Everpure’s Corporate VC team to identify partnership, investment, or acquisition opportunities. Lead founder relations, launch events, community programming, and all PR/comms related to these initiatives. 2. Run Customer Collaboration hub Operationalize a platform for global customer connects with Everpure’s product organization Own the engagement, including in-person forums, virtual progress check-ins, platform-topic sessions, roundtables, and targeted use-case deep dives. Drive for high quality results by coordinating structured pre-work with account teams and internal stakeholders to tailor agendas to customer priorities and business context. Manage membership commitments, renewal reviews, program-health reporting, privacy and transcription consent, and other operating controls. WHAT YOU BRING You are a highly self motivated individual with excep