Staff Software Engineer - Distributed Systems

Datadog is seeking a Staff Software Engineer specializing in Distributed Systems to join their technical leadership team. As a Staff Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of technology, building solutions that scale for the next five years of growth. The role combines hands-on technical work with technical leadership, focusing on designing and implementing large-scale systems handling hundreds of millions of records per second.

The position offers an opportunity to work on critical projects like developing new data storage engines, leading new product initiatives in areas like synthetics or profiling, and scaling critical services. You'll be part of Datadog's hybrid workplace culture that values collaboration, creativity, and work-life harmony.

Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG) is a leading global SaaS business that helps organizations monitor and secure their entire technology stack. The company has achieved a rare combination of growth and profitability while enabling digital transformation and cloud migration for organizations of all sizes across various industries.

The role requires a blend of deep technical expertise and leadership skills, with responsibilities including architectural ownership, end-to-end system delivery, and performance optimization. You'll join a community of staff engineers who contribute to company-wide standards and help learn from industry best practices.

This position offers competitive compensation, equity participation through RSUs and ESPP, professional development opportunities, and a strong emphasis on mentorship and networking. The company culture promotes diversity, inclusion, and professional growth through various initiatives including Community Guilds and comprehensive benefits packages.