Is Datadog a good company to work for?

Datadog has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 1,929 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 75% of employees would recommend working at Datadog to a friend and 78% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Datadog have been left by employees working as Software Engineer(Internship) , Sales Engineer and Recruiter .

Does Datadog pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Datadog employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Datadog. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Datadog?

75% of Datadog employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Datadog 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Datadog?

Account Executive (184) , Commercial Account Executive (152) , Software Engineer (117) , Sales Development Representative (SDR) (109) , Senior Software Engineer (54) , Sales (44) , Enterprise Account Executive (42) , Sales Engineer (42) , Customer Success Manager (40) , Software Engineer II (40) , Technical Support Engineer (34) , Software Engineer(Internship) (33) , Sales Development Representative (26) , Recruiter (25) , Solutions Engineer (25)

What are the pros of working at Datadog according to real employee reviews?

"I really enjoyed working at Datadog because the culture is great and the work I did was meaningful." ((in 217 reviews)); "Working with great people and in a fast growing company really gives you motivation and satisfaction." ((in 158 reviews)); "great benefits including lunch and fitness coverage" ((in 151 reviews)); "Good work / life balance" ((in 61 reviews)); "5. Leadership is great" ((in 55 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Datadog according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management, lack of empathy, depending on the team you are on, you get treated differently" ((in 75 reviews)); "Low pay and only half of the managers knew what they were doing." ((in 51 reviews)); "Senior Manager: "Just concentrate on your current commitments and that will be enough."" ((in 37 reviews)); "Low salary and RTO is part of your performance review." ((in 23 reviews)); "The medical benefits are average, and the 401k match is below other industry leaders." ((in 18 reviews))

What are employees saying about Datadog layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Datadog layoffs and their outlook for job security at Datadog in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Datadog locations?

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Datadog reviews

4.0

75% would recommend to a friend

(279 total reviews)

Olivier Pomel

91% approve of CEO

78% positive business outlook

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4.0

Culture & values

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Work/Life balance

3.8

Compensation and benefits

3.8

Career opportunities

3.6

Senior management

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1.0

Feb 24, 2025

Toxic, obnoxious, incompetent leadership and management

Graphic designer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great fruits, drinks, snacks, food bar.

Cons

- Leadership lacks competence and fosters a negative work environment. - Compensation is below industry standards. - Employee benefits have been declining. - Limited career growth opportunities, making promotions slow and difficult. - No bonuses, and stock grants are minimal. - The CEO and most leaderships have poor design sense but disregards professional input. - Poor work life balance.

Datadog Response

1y

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We recognize that leadership development, compensation, and work-life balance are important, and we continually work on initiatives to support and strengthen these areas. We’re also committed to an environment where employees feel supported in their growth and development. If you’re open to discussing your experience further, we’d welcome the opportunity to connect. Please feel free to reach out directly or speak with your People Business Partner (PBP). Thank you again for sharing your perspective.

2.0

Feb 12, 2025

Toxic Culture- Management/Leadership and Workload Need Improvements

Customer success manager (csm)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

They offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, wellness programs, and catered office lunches three times a week (but no 401k). The company's innovative products also provide valuable experience in the tech industry.

Cons

Despite the strong benefits, the company does not cover parking expenses, leading to additional personal costs. In-office attendance is monitored via IP addresses, but there is no accessible method for employees to track their own in-office days. The workload is often overwhelming, with too many accounts assigned, leading to burnout. There is a perception of favoritism within leadership, which affects team morale and advancement opportunities. Compensation is considered low relative to the demanding workload. Additionally, promotions are challenging to obtain, and managerial support is lacking. Notably, after submitting a disability accommodation request, I was let go, raising concerns about the company's commitment to supporting employees with disabilities.

Datadog Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your experience. We appreciate your feedback on both the positives, such as our benefits and innovative products, as well as the areas where we can improve. We take concerns about workload, compensation, and transparency seriously. Fairness and equity are important to us. We continuously assess our policies to ensure employees feel supported in their roles and have clear pathways for growth, and we are always looking for ways to improve communication around promotions, assignments, and management support. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace for our employees. If you have additional concerns regarding your experience, we encourage you to share them through our anonymous third-party provider, EthicsPoint - https://secure.ethicspoint.com/domain/media/en/gui/52231/index.html Your feedback helps us improve, and we appreciate the time you took to share your perspective.

3.0

Feb 10, 2025

bro culture

Sales development representative (sdr)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

"unlimited" PTO (although grind culture is encouraged), lunch provided 3x a week, snacks, coffee, etc in office

Cons

Commission is not based on meetings, it is based on "opportunities" that are up to an AE's discretion if they are considered an opportunity or not. Bros help out bros. Those who are favored do much better than those who are not

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