SoundHound AI
Director, Corporate Development – SoundHound AI
SoundHound AI is transforming consumer interaction through voice, generative, and conversational AI. From voice‑enabled vehicles to food ordering and customer support, our multilingual, omnichannel technology already impacts hundreds of millions worldwide.
The Opportunity As a key leader on the Strategy & Corporate Development team, you will be the engine of our inorganic growth story. Reporting to the VP, Strategy & Corporate Development, you will shape SoundHound’s future by leading M&A and strategic investment activities that accelerate our roadmap and expand market leadership.
What You’ll Do
Translate long‑term vision into actionable investment themes and target universes across priority markets.
Build and actively manage a high‑quality pipeline of M&A and investment opportunities through a network of founders, bankers, investors, and advisors.
Maintain a forward view of category dynamics, competitor moves, and build/buy/partner trade‑offs to inform inorganic strategy.
Lead end‑to‑end transactions from sourcing and diligence through valuation, structuring, negotiation, and close.
Drive comprehensive diligence efforts across commercial, finance, tax, legal, people, product/tech, and IT/infosec workstreams.
Own all valuation and scenario modeling and synthesize findings into clear, data‑driven recommendations for senior leadership.
Partner with Legal to structure and negotiate key deal terms, including earn‑outs and reps & warranties.
Manage data rooms, external advisors, and the internal approval process through the Investment Committee and Board.
Coordinate with counsel and Compliance on regulatory considerations, purchase accounting, and closing mechanics.
Define synergy hypotheses, KPIs, and Day‑1 readiness plans pre‑sign.
Support post‑close M&A integrations, serving as a key advisor to ensure long‑term value creation.
Create Board‑ready materials, including deal memos, risk analyses, and strategic rationale.
Build and institutionalize the M&A playbook, refining diligence checklists, valuation frameworks, and governance processes.
Mentor and develop team members on process excellence and M&A best practices.
What You’ll Bring
At least 8 years of corporate development/M&A experience in technology, or complementary experience in investment banking, strategy consulting, or venture/growth/PE investing. Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Proven track record of leading deals from thesis and sourcing through close, personally negotiating key terms.
Advanced financial acumen, deep expertise in valuation, scenario/sensitivity analysis, and synergy modeling.
Unquestionable integrity and discretion with highly sensitive information.
Strong product and GTM literacy for AI/software businesses and ability to connect technology capabilities to commercial impact.
Executive‑caliber communication and presentation skills, with experience creating Board‑ready materials and facilitating high‑stakes discussions.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams under pressure and influence without direct authority.
Workplace & Compensation Remote work available across the United States. Employees within a 60‑mile radius of a SoundHound AI office will work from the office on three company‑wide core days per month.
Estimated salary:
$170,000 – $205,000
plus equity, plus comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and other benefits.
How to Apply Join SoundHound AI and collaborate with colleagues worldwide who are shaping the future of voice AI. We provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process. For privacy and equal opportunity statements, visit
SoundHound Privacy Notice .
Agency Recruiter Notice
Please beware of agency recruiters falsely stating they represent SoundHound AI. If contacted by a recruiter from an external domain, email recruiting@soundhound.com.
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The Opportunity As a key leader on the Strategy & Corporate Development team, you will be the engine of our inorganic growth story. Reporting to the VP, Strategy & Corporate Development, you will shape SoundHound’s future by leading M&A and strategic investment activities that accelerate our roadmap and expand market leadership.
What You’ll Do
Translate long‑term vision into actionable investment themes and target universes across priority markets.
Build and actively manage a high‑quality pipeline of M&A and investment opportunities through a network of founders, bankers, investors, and advisors.
Maintain a forward view of category dynamics, competitor moves, and build/buy/partner trade‑offs to inform inorganic strategy.
Lead end‑to‑end transactions from sourcing and diligence through valuation, structuring, negotiation, and close.
Drive comprehensive diligence efforts across commercial, finance, tax, legal, people, product/tech, and IT/infosec workstreams.
Own all valuation and scenario modeling and synthesize findings into clear, data‑driven recommendations for senior leadership.
Partner with Legal to structure and negotiate key deal terms, including earn‑outs and reps & warranties.
Manage data rooms, external advisors, and the internal approval process through the Investment Committee and Board.
Coordinate with counsel and Compliance on regulatory considerations, purchase accounting, and closing mechanics.
Define synergy hypotheses, KPIs, and Day‑1 readiness plans pre‑sign.
Support post‑close M&A integrations, serving as a key advisor to ensure long‑term value creation.
Create Board‑ready materials, including deal memos, risk analyses, and strategic rationale.
Build and institutionalize the M&A playbook, refining diligence checklists, valuation frameworks, and governance processes.
Mentor and develop team members on process excellence and M&A best practices.
What You’ll Bring
At least 8 years of corporate development/M&A experience in technology, or complementary experience in investment banking, strategy consulting, or venture/growth/PE investing. Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Proven track record of leading deals from thesis and sourcing through close, personally negotiating key terms.
Advanced financial acumen, deep expertise in valuation, scenario/sensitivity analysis, and synergy modeling.
Unquestionable integrity and discretion with highly sensitive information.
Strong product and GTM literacy for AI/software businesses and ability to connect technology capabilities to commercial impact.
Executive‑caliber communication and presentation skills, with experience creating Board‑ready materials and facilitating high‑stakes discussions.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams under pressure and influence without direct authority.
Workplace & Compensation Remote work available across the United States. Employees within a 60‑mile radius of a SoundHound AI office will work from the office on three company‑wide core days per month.
Estimated salary:
$170,000 – $205,000
plus equity, plus comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and other benefits.
How to Apply Join SoundHound AI and collaborate with colleagues worldwide who are shaping the future of voice AI. We provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process. For privacy and equal opportunity statements, visit
SoundHound Privacy Notice .
Agency Recruiter Notice
Please beware of agency recruiters falsely stating they represent SoundHound AI. If contacted by a recruiter from an external domain, email recruiting@soundhound.com.
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