Staff Software Engineer - Corporate Development
Core
Lead technical due diligence and product evaluation for startup acquisitions in AI, cloud, and security to support Datadog's M&A strategy.
Role type
Staff Software Engineer (Corporate Development / Product Strategy)
Builds
Post-acquisition integration paths and technical assessments for potential targets
Domain
Cloud infrastructure, APM, security, analytics, and AI/ML
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
solution architecture, product development, cloud technologies, technical due diligence, proof-of-concept creation, stakeholder management, strategic analysis
Preferred skills
deep knowledge of Datadog's product suite, network building with founders and VCs, creative problem solving
Technologies
Cloud infrastructure, APM, security, analytics, AI/ML
Responsibilities
Lead pre-transaction tech-diligence and scope proof-of-concept environments; assess technical architecture and integration risks; partner with Product and Engineering to evaluate expansion opportunities; represent Product and Engineering in initial product calls; provide strategic recommendations to C-level leadership on active deals.
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic influence
