Process
The first round includes an HR video call. This is an informal call where HR aims to refine your answers for the actual interview.
Following this is a technical interview, consisting of an algorithm round and a SQL schema design round. I failed the design round, as I expected something more like an Object-Oriented Design interview. This led to confusion between what I and the interviewer were looking for.
Questions
Design a board game that serves multiple users. (With different types of games, how to store it in an SQL database?)
Was this helpful?
Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 34 interview experiences for the Datadog Software Engineer role in Paris, France.
Success Rate
Datadog's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Paris, France is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Datadog's Software Engineer interview process in Paris, France.
Datadog Work Experiences
- 3.0Good Perks, Bad ManagementSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeOctober 9, 2025Pros: Perks, comped travel, work-life balance.Cons: Irresponsible management, high variance between teams. A few toxic people.
- 5.0A great company to work inSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeParis, FranceDecember 8, 2024Pros: Great culture, interesting engineering problems to work on, great colleagues, smart people to learn from, and good opportunities for career growth.Cons: Salaries are good, but could be a little better considering the expenses of living in Paris.
- 3.0Work is fineSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeDallas, Texas, United StatesJune 13, 2024Pros: Nice culture and environment, along with good events.Cons: Not paid up to the mark.
Datadog Interview Questions
