Stay away if you can choose another company - Commercial Account Executive Datadog Employee Review

Very Low Base Pay Compared to Industry: While OTE looks appealing, the base salary is well below what other tech companies pay for similar roles, making it hard to justify the stress. Unrealistic Quotas: Quota expectations are extremely aggressive, making consistent achievement difficult even for top performers. • Management Issues: Direct leadership (manager and director level) lacked genuine support and empathy. Coaching was minimal, and leadership often felt disconnected from the challenges of actually selling. • Job Security Concerns: The culture is unforgiving—missing quota for even a single quarter can lead to termination. This creates a constant atmosphere of fear rather than motivation. • Work-Life Balance: With the high pressure to hit unrealistic targets, personal time and mental health often take a back seat.