Senior Staff Software Engineer

Datadog is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to join their team as a technical leader in large-scale systems design. This role operates at the forefront of building infrastructure that will support Datadog's next five years of growth and beyond. As a Senior Staff Engineer, you'll work on critical systems handling trillions of data points per day, providing observability solutions for thousands of companies. You'll lead the design and implementation of distributed systems, storage engines, and real-time infrastructure while working with cutting-edge technologies. The position offers the unique opportunity to shape technical direction across teams, mentor other engineers, and influence Datadog's engineering culture. You'll be working in an environment that values pragmatism, honesty, and simplicity in solving complex problems. The role combines hands-on technical work with strategic leadership, making it ideal for those who want to have a significant impact on both technical architecture and engineering culture. Datadog offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on tools that engineers use to build and maintain modern cloud infrastructure.