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Software Engineer - Backend Generalist

Global SaaS business delivering monitoring and security solutions for cloud infrastructure, applications, and services.
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity

Job Description

Datadog is a leading SaaS platform that helps engineers understand, scale, and protect their systems, applications, and teams. Operating at massive scale with trillions of daily data points, we provide comprehensive monitoring solutions including infrastructure monitoring, APM, logs, and security insights to thousands of companies worldwide.

As a Backend Software Engineer, you'll join a dynamic team working on critical infrastructure that powers Datadog's high-scale operations. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing scalable solutions, troubleshooting production issues, and deploying new features using modern development practices like feature flags. The role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while solving complex technical challenges.

The company values pragmatism, honesty, and simplicity in problem-solving, and operates in a hybrid work environment that promotes work-life harmony. You'll be part of a collaborative culture that emphasizes professional growth through mentorship programs, continuous learning opportunities, and clear career pathways.

Datadog offers competitive compensation including equity packages, comprehensive benefits, and a strong focus on employee wellbeing. The company's commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in various initiatives like Community Guilds and Inclusion Talks. If you're passionate about technology, want to work on high-impact projects, and contribute to a product used by thousands of companies globally, this role presents an excellent opportunity to grow your career.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer - Backend Generalist

  • Solve scaling bottlenecks in critical services
  • Deploy new features to production using feature flags
  • Investigate and fix production issues
  • Design scalable service architectures
  • Plan important projects with team

Requirements For Software Engineer - Backend Generalist

  • 5+ years of software development experience
  • Significant experience in one or more programming languages
  • Knowledge of code simplicity and performance
  • Ability to design architecture for high-scale problems
  • BS/MS/PhD in a scientific field or equivalent experience

Benefits For Software Engineer - Backend Generalist

Equity
Mental Health Assistance
Medical Insurance
  • New hire stock equity (RSUs)
  • Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
  • Professional development and product training
  • Career pathing
  • Mentorship program
  • Inclusive company culture
  • Community Guilds (Employee resource groups)
  • Global mental health benefits for employees and dependents
  • Competitive global benefits

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