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Senior Director, Corporate Development
Astera Labs INC · 🇺🇸 San Jose, California, United States
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 63 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 10 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Astera Labs INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Senior Director of Sales” (Sales Managers) in CA: $261k–$261k, median $261k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 63 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 10 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) provides rack-scale AI infrastructure through purpose-built connectivity solutions. By collaborating with hyperscalers and ecosystem partners, Astera Labs enables organizations to unlock the full potential of modern AI. Astera Labs’ Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates CXL®, Ethernet, NVLink, PCIe®, and UALink™ semiconductor-based technologies with the company’s COSMOS software suite to unify diverse components into cohesive, flexible systems that deliver end-to-end scale-up, and scale-out connectivity. The company’s custom connectivity solutions business complements its standards-based portfolio, enabling customers to deploy tailored architectures to meet their unique infrastructure requirements. Discover more at www.asteralabs.com . Role Overview Astera Labs is seeking a Senior Director of Corporate Development to lead strategic transactions — including acquisitions, investments, and partnerships — that will shape the future of AI connectivity. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Development, you will partner with engineering, product, and executive leadership to identify, evaluate, and execute opportunities that align with our long-term growth strategy. This is a high-visibility opportunity to join a hyper-growth semiconductor company at the epicenter of rack-scale AI infrastructure. Your work will directly influence executive and board-level decisions and help scale the purpose-built connectivity backbone powering the next generation of AI data centers. Key Responsibilities • Strategic Transaction Leadership • Lead corporate development transactions end-to-end, from target identification through close and integration • Partner with executive and engineering leaders to evaluate opportunities, address strategic gaps, and drive build/buy/partner analyses • Own deal project management across the full lifecycle, ensuring timely execution and stakeholder alignment • Financial & Strategic Analysis • Conduct detailed valuation, pro forma modeling, and investment assessments to evaluate deal alignment • Develop executive and board-ready presentation materials with clear recommendations • Research adjacent and new market opportunities, including opportunity sizing, target landscaping, and competitive analysis • Cross-Functional Collaboration & Integration • Drive diligence workstreams across engineering, product, finance, legal, and operations to validate key assumptions and value drivers • Oversee post-merger integration to ensure deals deliver long-term strategic and financial value • Continually refine the company's framework and playbook for acquiring new capabilities and partnerships • Market Intelligence • Build deep expertise in emerging AI infrastructure technologies, companies, and business models • Monitor industry trends and competitive dynamics to inform corporate development strategy and executive decision-making Basic Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field • 12+ years of overall professional experience across corporate development, investment banking, private equity, venture capital, or related roles, with 5–8 years in a leadership or management capacity • Semiconductor corporate development experience, or investment banking experience covering the semiconductor sector • Demonstrated track record leading strategic transactions and engaging directly 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 Preferred Qualifications • MBA or advanced degree • Direct M&A experience in the semicon