Staff Software Engineer

Datadog · Technology

Job description

Position:
Staff Software Engineer - Corporate Development

Company:
Datadog

Compensation:
The reasonably estimated yearly salary for this role at Datadog is: $192,000—$240,000 USD

Location:
United States, New York

Employment type:
Not specified

Work Arrangement:
Not specified

Short Summary:
We are looking for a talented engineer to lead evaluation of startup acquisition opportunities in the AI, cloud, and security space. You will drive product evaluations, prepare and manage technical architecture discussions, and provide roadmap suggestions for M&A and investments for Datadog.

Responsibilities:
- Identify compelling opportunities that support Datadog’s strategic priorities through primary engagement with senior business leaders, entrepreneurs, and venture capitalists
- Partner with product teams to assess expansion opportunities and build internal and external consensus
- Serve as a subject matter expert on valuation and integration
- Lead all pre-transaction tech-diligence efforts
- Create or find suitable test-loads if needed, and set up trial environments
- Interact with strategic leadership to provide results and opinions on active deals and opportunities
- Represent Product and Engineering in initial Product calls

Requirement:
- Experienced in product development, solution architecture, or engineering
- BS/MS/PhD in a STEM field or equivalent experience
- Excellent communicator
- Versatile in a wide range of cloud technologies relevant to Datadog products
- Able to prioritize multiple stakeholders and projects with limited resources
- Self-starter who excels in technically demanding environments

Benefits:
- Continuous career development with exposure to founders
- Opportunity to learn and access the latest tech
- Product training to develop an in-depth understanding of our product and space
- Best in breed onboarding
- Internal mentor and buddy program
- Friendly and inclusive workplace culture
- Comprehensive employee benefits including healthcare, dental, parental planning, mental health benefits, 401(k) plan and match, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, and a discounted employee stock purchase plan.

Skills

  • cloud_services
  • integration_testing

Languages

EN

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