D2SF US - Investment Associate

About the role

D2SF is NAVER's corporate venture capital (CVC) team. We seek out startups tackling bold challenges alongside NAVER, support their growth, and drive synergies across NAVER's ecosystem. Our focus is on technologies poised to transform everyday life and industries such as AI, robotics, spatial computing, entertainment, mobility, and healthcare. Our goal is to build sustainable growth between startups and NAVER that goes beyond financial returns.

Key Responsibilities

• Deal Sourcing – Identify promising startups, cultivate relationships with founders and accelerators, and strengthen our deal pipeline
• Market & Competitive Analysis – Deep-dive into industry trends, emerging technologies, and the competitive landscape
• Due Diligence – Support investment memo preparation, data analysis, and expert coordination
• Synergy Development – Bridge portfolio companies and NAVER teams to surface and activate collaboration opportunities
• Portfolio & Team Support – Contribute to portfolio initiatives and work hand-in-hand with senior investors

Skills & Qualifications

• Genuine respect for founders and an entrepreneurial spirit
• Sharp analytical mind with a passion for technology and market dynamics
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, CS, Business, Finance, Economics, or related field
• 1–3 years in investment banking, consulting, VC, tech, or startups
• Strong English communication skills required; Korean language skills are a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship or full-time experience in venture capital, growth equity, or corporate development
• Experience in building financial models and preparing investment presentations
• Strong curiosity about emerging technologies and global market trends

Other

• Job type: Full-time
• Hybrid (Redwood City, CA)
• Pay: $100,000-150,000 per year