Staff Software Engineer – Logs Management
About The Position
We're looking for a Staff Engineer to join the Logs organization at Datadog and help redefine how our customers ingest, query, and derive insights from logs data. In this role, you’ll work closely with Product Managers and customers to drive complex initiatives across ingestion pipelines, search infrastructure, and intelligent log management capabilities — all while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with AI and distributed systems. You’ll have the opportunity to lead efforts that shape the future of log management at Datadog, mentor engineers across the organization, and influence product strategy. At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.
Requirements
- You have deep experience architecting and scaling backend systems, with a strong focus on data-intensive or distributed infrastructure
- You excel in ambiguous environments, demonstrating pragmatic decision-making
- You’ve partnered effectively with Product Managers and customers to define product direction and ship impactful features
- You have expertise in debugging complex systems and optimizing performance across real-time data pipelines
- You bring curiosity and drive to explore emerging technologies such as AI and automated observability
- You lead by example and enjoy helping others grow through mentorship and collaboration
Responsibilities
- Partner with Product Managers to define ambiguous product requirements and determine the most impactful solutions for customers
- Lead technical strategy and execution and design systems surrounding log query performance and ingestion at scale.
- Explore and prototype new capabilities and collaborate with peers on initiatives spanning AI-powered log management, security and business operations, advanced query capabilities, and external data sources query capabilities.
- Mentor engineers across levels and contribute to growing a high-performing, collaborative team culture
Benefits
- Generous and competitive benefits package
- New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan
- Continuous career development and pathing opportunities
- Employee-focused best in class onboarding
- Internal mentor and cross-departmental buddy program
- Friendly and inclusive workplace culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
