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      Interesting Problems, Shady Management - Software Engineer II Datadog Employee Review

      2.0
      Jun 5, 2025
      Software engineer ii
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Most engineers at Datadog are high performers working on interesting and impactful projects. You'll likely learn a lot from being an engineer here and be exposed to new and relevant technology.

      Cons

      There is a lack of transparency between managers and engineers. The company likes to brag that it's never had to conduct layoffs, but they have a tendency to "disappear" engineers with no warning or formal process while citing performance. Managers are, unfortunately, not your allies here. Management expects engineers to onboard quickly with minimal support and guidance, and is quick to blame engineers for any missed deadlines

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      Datadog Response
      10mo
      Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad you found value in the engineering work and the learning opportunities at Datadog. We're sorry to hear your concerns about transparency and performance management. We strive to provide clarity and fairness in our processes. Your input will be shared with the appropriate teams as part of our ongoing effort to strengthen employee experience. Should you wish to share more, we invite you to do so confidentially via EthicsPoint: https://secure.ethicspoint.com/domain/media/en/gui/52231/index.html

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      5.0
      Jun 9, 2026
      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      People first culture, endless opportunities to grow, learn new things beyond your role’s scope and get promoted

      Cons

      Compensation on a lower end

      1.0
      May 30, 2026
      Talent acquisition
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Stock options and gym reimbursement

      Cons

      Datadog is a very toxic place especially if you’re in a non-tech role where you are deprioritized and uncared for. Talent acquisition has terrible, selfish leaders who only care about themselves and pushing their teams past their limits. Your colleagues will backstab you again and again to gain preferential treatment. The leaders encourage this type of behavior and get excited and make jokes about it. Additionally,I It is an environment riddled with sexism and racism — is it not 2026? NYC at that? The lack of resources and support compared to engineering is astounding. I would never recommend this place to anyone. Many of the good reviews are fake or are by people who perpetuate the toxic culture. The only good thing is the stock options. Stay far away from this place!

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