Associate, Corporate Development

Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency. With AI redefining the computing paradigm, solutions must evolve to unify innovations in software models, compilers, platforms, networking, and semiconductors. Our diverse team of technologists have developed a high performance RISC-V CPU from scratch, and share a passion for AI and a deep desire to build the best AI platform possible. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to solving hard problems. We are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities.

Tenstorrent is building the next generation of AI and RISC-V compute. The Corporate Development Associate works at the center of the company’s most consequential transactions and strategic decisions, partnering directly with the C-suite across M&A, fundraising, partnerships, and corporate strategy. It is a high-trust, high-autonomy role for someone who takes on responsibility quickly and operates independently from day one.

This role is hybrid, based out of Toronto, ON; Austin, TX; or Santa Clara, CA.

We welcome candidates at various experience levels for this role. During the interview process, candidates will be assessed for the appropriate level, and offers will align with that level, which may differ from the one in this posting.

Who You Are

• A self-starter who takes on responsibility quickly and operates independently, comfortable working directly with C-suite. 


• Strategically sharp, with the analytical rigor to frame and pressure-test high-stakes decisions.


• Ideal candidates will have fast-paced professional environment experience (investment banking, private equity, or management consulting, strategy as examples).


• Comfort with interfacing with senior counterparties, from investors and partners to government and industry leaders.


• Curious about semiconductors, data centers, and AI, with the drive to go deep on both the technology and the market.

What We Need

• Execute M&A, from sourcing and diligence through modeling, negotiation, and close.


• Lead financial and business modeling that underpins fundraising, deals, and strategic decisions.


• Build and manage partnerships and strategic sales across the AI, semiconductor, and data center ecosystem.


• Prepare board-level and corporate strategy materials in close partnership with executive leadership.


• Support fundraising and government relations, owning process and engagement with key external stakeholders.

What You Will Learn

• How capital is raised and deals get done at a company defining the future of compute.


• The economics and competitive dynamics of the AI hardware, semiconductor, and data center markets.


• What it takes to operate at the center of corporate strategy alongside an exceptional executive team.


• Direct exposure to translating complex technical and financial questions into clear decisions for leadership.

Compensation for all engineers at Tenstorrent ranges from $100k - $500k including base and variable compensation targets. Experience, skills, education, background and location all impact the actual offer made.

Tenstorrent offers a highly competitive compensation package and benefits, and we are an equal opportunity employer.

This offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant being eligible to access U.S. export-controlled technology.  Due to U.S. export laws, including those codified in the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Company is required to ensure compliance with these laws when transferring technology to nationals of certain countries (such as EAR Country Groups D:1, E1, and E2).   These requirements apply to persons located in the U.S. and all countries outside the U.S.  As the position offered will have direct and/or indirect access to information, systems, or technologies subject to these laws, the offer may be contingent upon your citizenship/permanent residency status or ability to obtain prior license approval from the U.S. Commerce Department or applicable federal agency.  If employment is not possible due to U.S. export laws, any offer of employment will be rescinded.