Senior Software Engineer - API Clients

Datadog is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their API Clients team, focusing on maintaining and developing open source libraries and tools that enable customers to interact with the Datadog platform. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in multiple programming languages and API development. The position offers an opportunity to work with a global SaaS leader in cloud monitoring and security, contributing to critical infrastructure used by developers worldwide.

The role involves leading a team while working on multi-language SDKs in Go, Java, TypeScript, Python, and Ruby. You'll be responsible for improving developer experiences, automating processes, and maintaining high standards across Datadog's API ecosystem. The hybrid work environment promotes both collaborative innovation and work-life balance.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about developer tools and API development. The position offers competitive compensation ($130,000-$300,000), comprehensive benefits including equity, and the chance to work on widely-used open source projects. You'll be part of a company that values professional growth, diversity, and technical excellence while solving complex challenges in cloud monitoring and security.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of software engineering experience, strong knowledge of API development, and the ability to lead and mentor other engineers. If you're excited about building developer tools at scale and working with multiple programming languages, this role offers the perfect blend of technical challenges and leadership opportunities.