Manager of Corporate Development, Astera Labs

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, venture capital, or related roles
• Experience in the semiconductor, high-tech, or AI infrastructure industry
• Demonstrated experience leading strategic transactions and working with executive leadership
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in valuation, financial modeling, and strategic analysis
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences

Desirable

• In this high-visibility role, you will report to the Head of Corporate Development and work closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, product management, and executive leadership to identify and evaluate opportunities that align with Astera Labs' long-term growth strategy
• You will be at the forefront of emerging AI infrastructure technologies, developing new business models and driving transactions that accelerate our position as the leader in purpose-built connectivity solutions
• This is a unique opportunity to join a hyper-growth company at the intersection of semiconductors and AI infrastructure, where your work will directly influence strategic decisions and contribute to building the connectivity backbone powering the next generation of data centers
• Lead and support corporate development transactions through all phases of the transaction lifecycle, from target identification through close
• Partner with executive and engineering leaders to evaluate opportunities that address strategic gaps and conduct build/buy/partner analysis
• Lead deal-oriented project management throughout the entire deal lifecycle, ensuring timely execution and stakeholder alignment
• Conduct detailed financial analyses including valuation, pro forma modeling, and investment assessments to evaluate deal alignment
• Develop executive presentation materials to provide recommendations to the leadership team and board
• Research adjacent and new market opportunities, including opportunity sizing, target landscaping, and competitive analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive diligence and validate key assumptions and value drivers
• Oversee post-merger integration to ensure deals deliver long-term success and structural enhancement for the company
• Define and continually enhance the company's strategy to acquire new business opportunities and partnerships
• Develop deep expertise in emerging AI infrastructure technologies, companies, and business models
• Monitor industry trends and competitive dynamics to inform corporate development strategy