Datadog reviews

4.0

75% would recommend to a friend

(1,611 total reviews)
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Olivier Pomel

91% approve of CEO

77% positive business outlook

Datadog has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 1,611 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Datadog employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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2K reviews
5.0
Jun 5, 2025

Good company

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

good pay, good benefits. overall, takes care of employees.

Cons

Lots of stress. Lots of deadlines.

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Datadog Response
11mo
Thank you for your review! We’re glad you feel supported by our benefits and overall care. Your note about keeping everyone informed is well taken, and we’ll continue to focus on improving internal communication to support you through that pace. Thanks for all you do.
4.0
Jun 5, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great culture, highly recommended! Strong PM team.

Cons

Bottoms up, which can be good, but also challenging at times

1.0
Jun 5, 2025

Not a Place for Growth Oriented Professionals

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Some colleagues and peers are great to work with.

Cons

If you're looking to grow, be challenged, or contribute strategically in marketing, this is not the place for you! No Room for Creativity or Growth: Opportunities to think strategically or contribute creatively are limited. You’re expected to follow instructions, not shape direction. Lack of Recognition: Talented individuals often go unnoticed. Leadership rarely acknowledges contributions, which can be demoralising over time. Toxic Management Culture: Many managers struggle with receiving feedback and create a culture where saying 'no' is seen as disloyalty. Exploring internal roles is discouraged, leading to career stagnation. Forced Exits and Silent Layoffs: I've personally seen several colleagues pushed out under vague circumstances. There is a pattern of quiet exits and unspoken pressure. Misleading Reviews: Many of the overly positive reviews here don’t reflect reality. Only consider joining if you’re content clocking in, doing exactly what you’re told, and not being challenged or given space to grow. Otherwise, this environment could negatively impact your career trajectory.

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Datadog Response
11mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re sorry to hear that your time with us wasn’t as positive as we would hope. We recognize that feedback about growth opportunities, recognition, and management culture is important, and we’re actively working across the organization to improve in these areas. We know how important it is to maintain an environment where people feel empowered, valued, and supported in their careers. While some of your experience does not reflect what we strive for, we appreciate the honesty and will reflect on it as we continue to grow and evolve. Thank you again for sharing your perspective.
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