Datadog

Most engineers at Datadog are high performers working on interesting and impactful projects. You'll likely learn a lot from being an engineer here and be exposed to new and relevant technology.

There is a lack of transparency between managers and engineers. The company likes to brag that it's never had to conduct layoffs, but they have a tendency to "disappear" engineers with no warning or formal process while citing performance.

Managers are, unfortunately, not your allies here.

Management expects engineers to onboard quickly with minimal support and guidance, and is quick to blame engineers for any missed deadlines.

There needs to be better transparency between managers and engineers on performance and expectations. Additionally, there should be a more formal process for terminations or layoffs. The current process of ambushing engineers with unexpected terminations is deceptive and cruel.