Senior Manager, Strategic & Business Development
Tencent
Palo Alto, CA · Posted September 25, 2026
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About the job
Business Unit
What the Role Entails
Job Responsibilities :
Strategic Planning and Execution
Develop overseas market expansion strategies, focusing on areas such as AI-powered gaming and gaming-driven AI technology iteration
Analyze the dynamics of the AI gaming market to assist management in formulating AI gaming-related strategies
Business Development and Resource Integration
Expand and maintain key industry contacts overseas, including game developers, publishing platforms, and AI technology companies
Drive high-value partnership negotiations and facilitate collaboration in technology licensing, co-development, and channel distribution
Provide essential overseas business strategy support to internal and cross-functional teams, including overseas resource planning, analyst-led market research, and regional/industry goal setting
Who We Look For
5+ years of experience in overseas business, strategy, or business development, with experience focused on the AI or gaming industry
Experience at the intersection of both fields is preferred
Established overseas industry network with a proven track record of successful collaborations in game publishing, AI technology partnerships, or overseas capital ventures
Proficient in overseas market analysis and business modeling, capable of conducting independent industry research, competitive benchmarking, and strategic planning
Excellent negotiation, cross-cultural communication, and project management skills
Deep understanding of AI technologies (e.g., Generative AI, Reinforcement Learning, content generation) and the gaming industry chain (R&D, publishing, operations, community)
Location State(s)
US-California-Los Angeles, US-California-Palo Alto, US-Washington-Bellevue
The expected base pay range for this position in the location(s) listed above is $106,900.00 to $223,100.00 per year. Actual pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Employees hired for this position may be eligible for a sign on payment, relocation package, and restricted stock units, which will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Subject to the terms and conditions of the plans in effect, hired applicants are also eligible for medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits, and participation in the Company’s 401(k) plan. The Employee is also eligible for up to 15 to 25 days of vacation per year (depending on the employee’s tenure), up to 13 days of holidays throughout the calendar year, and up to 10 days of paid sick leave per year. Your benefits may be adjusted to reflect your location, employment status, duration of employment with the company, and position level. Benefits may also be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.
Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent
As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.