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Software Engineer - Early Career

Global SaaS business delivering cloud monitoring, security and analytics platform used by organizations of all sizes across industries.
Backend
Entry-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud · Cybersecurity

Description For Software Engineer - Early Career

Datadog is seeking early-career engineers to join their team working on large-scale, real-time systems that collect, aggregate, visualize, and analyze high-scale metrics, logs, and application data. The company processes over a hundred trillion events daily for 28,000+ customers, offering a unique opportunity to work on significant technical challenges. The role involves working on various exciting projects, from distributed systems and Kubernetes to products like CI Visibility and Cloud Security Management.

As an early-career engineer, you'll have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions alongside senior team members, working on critical features and improvements that directly impact the product. The position offers extensive learning opportunities through hands-on experience with large-scale systems and modern technologies. Datadog values a hybrid workplace culture that combines the collaborative benefits of office presence with work-life flexibility.

The role is perfect for those passionate about technology and problem-solving, offering exposure to cutting-edge cloud technologies and distributed systems. You'll be part of a team that values code quality, performance, and collaborative problem-solving. The company provides comprehensive benefits, including equity packages, professional development opportunities, and a strong mentorship program to support your growth.

Working at Datadog means joining a global team of engineers building products for engineers, with real opportunities to influence the direction of major technical products. The company's culture emphasizes learning, collaboration, and making meaningful contributions regardless of experience level.

Last updated 8 days ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer - Early Career

  • Solve scaling bottlenecks in critical services
  • Deploy new features to production and progressively roll out with feature flags
  • Investigate and fix production issues from team-owned services
  • Create optimizations to handle more traffic at scale
  • Plan important projects with team

Requirements For Software Engineer - Early Career

Kubernetes
  • Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related scientific field, or equivalent experience
  • Targeting 2025 full-time start date
  • Comfortable coding in one or more languages
  • Values code simplicity and performance
  • Self-starter who enjoys partnering with other engineers and solving difficult problems

Benefits For Software Engineer - Early Career

Equity
Mental Health Assistance
  • New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
  • Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing
  • Intradepartmental mentor and buddy program
  • Inclusive company culture and Community Guilds
  • Unlimited snacks and drinks in office
  • Catered lunches on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
  • Free global mental health benefits for employees and dependents age 6+

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