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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

Description For Software Engineer - Backend Generalist

Datadog is a leading SaaS company that provides comprehensive monitoring and security solutions for cloud infrastructure, applications, and services. Operating at massive scale with trillions of data points processed daily, they serve tens of thousands of companies worldwide. As a Backend Generalist Software Engineer in Madrid, you'll be part of a team that values pragmatism, honesty, and simplicity in solving complex technical challenges. The role involves working on critical infrastructure, implementing new features, and designing scalable solutions. The company offers a hybrid work environment that promotes work-life harmony and a strong office culture focused on creativity and collaboration. Datadog provides excellent growth opportunities through professional development, mentorship programs, and a comprehensive benefits package including equity compensation. The company's engineering culture emphasizes practical problem-solving and maintains high standards for code quality and system performance. This position offers the chance to work on high-impact projects while being part of a fast-growing, successful public company that prioritizes both employee and customer satisfaction.

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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

Kubernetes
  • 5+ years of software building 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
Medical Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
  • 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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