Datadog
1001-5000 employees
Information Technology
Software
Cloud Computing
IT Infrastructure Monitoring
Data Analytics
About Datadog
Datadog is a leading cloud monitoring and analytics platform designed for developers, IT operations teams, and business users in the cloud age. Founded in 2010, the company provides a unified platform that integrates and automates infrastructure monitoring, application performance monitoring, log management, and security monitoring to help organizations gain full-stack observability. Datadog's mission is to provide real-time visibility into dynamic, high-scale infrastructures and applications, enabling faster problem resolution and improved operational efficiency. Serving thousands of customers worldwide, Datadog is recognized for its scalable SaaS platform that supports hybrid cloud environments and modern DevOps workflows.
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Description
- We are a team of engineers that translate our real world experience to help our user communities solve problems. With a focus on engaging with and enabling our community of builders, you will have the opportunity to work with key leaders across the industry, and broaden your impact to the developer community at large. This is a unique opportunity to leverage both your engineering and community relations skills to support and scale Datadog’s communities and community programs.
- What You’ll Do: Create content in one or more modes to build Datadog's reputation as a leader in DevOps, Monitoring, Observability and Security e.g. building demos, public speaking, blogging, documentation, webinars, open source, research reports and more. Engage with our community members to encourage and participate in technical discussions on channels such as Slack, forums, and Stack Overflow. Work directly with Datadog Ambassadors to help share their stories, identify events for them to speak at and facilitate collaboration with Datadog teams to create, publish and amplify their work. Speak at and otherwise support community-focused events such as Datadog User Groups. Design and participate in initiatives designed to entertain and reward community members, both online and at first-party events. Partner with product engineering teams to facilitate beta access, solicit and deliver product feedback from the community, and select and present topics for community-driven conversations and blog posts. Interface with open source communities to drive key messaging in the market and develop new integrations for Datadog.
- Who You Are: Approximately 5+ years of experience as a software developer, SRE, or other practitioner, with strong experience in community relations or management. Approximately 3+ years of experience in storytelling and creating compelling content e.g. written content, conference talks, leading workshops, live streaming or recording videos, contributing to open source, and participating in community events. You have experience participating in communities built on platforms such as Slack, Discord, and GitHub. You have publicly available writing samples, blog posts, demos, or recordings of presentations on technical topics. You are comfortable with at least 2 programming languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, Go, bash) and are familiar with modern infrastructure such as IaaS cloud services and containers. You enjoy self-driven exploration and education on new technologies and languages.
- Benefits and Growth: Includes stock equity (RSUs), employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), continuous professional development, product training, career pathing, assigned TPM mentor, inclusive culture, active Community Guilds, in-person team summits, local programming, competitive global benefits including healthcare, dental, parental planning, mental health benefits, 401(k) plan and match, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, and employee stock purchase plan.
- Salary Range: $120,000—$176,000 USD annually.
- About Datadog: Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG) is a global SaaS company focused on cloud infrastructure monitoring, enabling digital transformation and cloud migration. Built by engineers, for engineers, used across industries, promoting professional development, diversity, and innovation. Join a collaborative, people-first community dedicated to solving complex problems and celebrating success.
- Equal Opportunity: Datadog offers equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Accessibility and privacy policies are in place, and accommodations are available upon request.
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Requirements
- Approximately 5+ years of experience as a software developer, SRE, or other practitioner, with strong experience in community relations or management.
- Approximately 3+ years of experience in storytelling and creating compelling content such as written content, conference talks, workshops, videos, open source contributions, and community participation.
- Experience participating in communities built on platforms such as Slack, Discord, and GitHub.
- Publicly available writing samples, blog posts, demos, or recordings of technical presentations.
- Comfortable with at least 2 programming languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, Go, bash).
- Familiar with modern infrastructure such as IaaS cloud services and containers.
- Enjoys self-driven exploration and learning of new technologies and languages.
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Benefits
- Stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).
- Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing.
- Assigned TPM mentor and engineering buddy program.
- Inclusive company culture and active Community Guilds.
- In-person team summits and local office programming.
- Comprehensive employee benefits including healthcare, dental, parental planning, and mental health benefits.
- 401(k) plan and match.
- Paid time off and fitness reimbursements.
- Discounted employee stock purchase plan.