Senior Director, Corporate Development

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Lead all M&A initiatives at SentinelOne, owning the full lifecycle from opportunity evaluation to deal execution while partnering closely with the executive team.

About Us

At SentinelOne, we’re redefining cybersecurity by pushing the limits of what’s possible—leveraging AI-powered, data-driven innovation to stay ahead of tomorrow’s threats.

From building industry-leading products to cultivating an exceptional company culture, our core values guide everything we do. We’re looking for passionate individuals who thrive in collaborative environments and are eager to drive impact. If you’re excited about solving complex challenges in bold, innovative ways, we’d love to connect with you.

What Are We Looking For?

We are seeking a strategic and execution-oriented Senior Director of Corporate Development to lead all M&A initiatives at SentinelOne. This role reports directly to the Chief Corporate Development Officer & Head of S Ventures and plays a critical part in shaping the company’s long-term growth strategy. You will own the full M&A lifecycle—from opportunity identification and evaluation to negotiation and deal execution—partnering closely with the executive team and core functions to ensure strategic alignment. The ideal candidate brings strategic acumen, financial expertise and a proven track record of closing complex technology transactions.

What Will You Do?

  • Drive strategic alignment by partnering with executives and cross-functional leaders across the business to shape and execute inorganic growth strategies.

  • Own the end-to-end deal process, including sourcing, target engagement, financial modeling, business case development, valuation, negotiation, due diligence and executive support.

  • Lead cross-functional teams through due diligence, identifying key risks, opportunities and strategic fit across functions.

  • Partner with the M&A integration team to ensure smooth handoff and successful execution of post-close value drivers.

What Skills and Knowledge Should You Bring?

  • 10+ years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a transactional role with direct responsibility for deal execution.

  • Background in M&A or Corporate Development within high-growth or enterprise technology companies; experience in investment banking, strategy consulting, or private equity strongly preferred.

  • Strategic Relationship Building – Proven ability to cultivate, influence, and leverage relationships with internal stakeholders, executive leadership, and external partners to drive outcomes.

  • Executive Communication – Clear, confident communicator skilled in distilling complex information and presenting to senior audiences, including C-suite and Board members.

  • Analytical & Commercial Acumen – Strong financial modeling, valuation, and business case development skills; able to apply strategic judgment and data to evaluate opportunities and risks.

Why Us?

  • You will be joining a cutting-edge company, where you will tackle extraordinary challenges and work with the very best in the industry.
  • Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(k), Commuter, Health and Dependent FSA.
  • Unlimited PTO.
  • Industry-leading gender-neutral parental leave.
  • Paid company holidays.
  • Paid sick time.
  • Employee stock purchase program.
  • Disability and life insurance.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Gym membership reimbursement.
  • Cell phone reimbursement.
  • Numerous company-sponsored events including regular happy hours and team-building events.

SentinelOne is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

SentinelOne participates in the E-Verify Program for all U.S. based roles.

This U.S. role has a base pay range that will vary based on the location of the candidate. For some locations, a different pay range may apply.  If so, this range will be provided to you during the recruiting process. You can also reach out to the recruiter with any questions.

Base Salary Range
$266,800$304,750 USD

SentinelOne is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

SentinelOne participates in the E-Verify Program for all U.S. based roles. 

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(k), Commuter, Health and Dependent FSA.
  • Company-sponsored events: Numerous company-sponsored events including regular happy hours and team-building events.
  • Paid Parental Leave: Industry-leading gender-neutral parental leave.
  • Paid Time Off: Paid sick time.

SentinelOne provides autonomous security solutions for endpoint, cloud, and identity environments, offering unified prevention, detection, response, and forensics in a single platform powered by AI to protect against advanced cyber threats.

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$266,800 – $304,750 per year
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