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Datadog

Senior Software Engineer - Streaming Platform Client

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Base Salary

$192k - $240k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Architect and implement resilient interactions between client libraries and the control plane.
  • Optimize the high-throughput, low-level streaming library for performance and efficiency.
  • Champion the developer experience with support, documentation, and troubleshooting.
  • Lead high-stakes technical projects with end-to-end accountability.
  • Collaborate with partner teams on broader project deliveries.
  • Mentor junior engineers and interns to promote technical excellence.

Requirements

  • Strong proficiency in low-level programming languages, ideally Rust.
  • Experience in performance optimization and debugging complex systems.
  • Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively and gather requirements from stakeholders.
  • Self-starter with a methodical approach to experimentation and iteration.
  • Passion for user experience and empowering developers.
  • Bonus: Experience with large-scale streaming systems like Kafka.
  • Bonus: Familiarity with language bindings and FFI.

Benefits

  • New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).
  • Continuous professional development and career pathing.
  • Intradepartmental mentor and buddy program for networking.
  • Inclusive company culture with Community Guilds for employee resource groups.
  • Access to internal panel discussions on inclusion.
  • Free global mental health benefits for employees and dependents age 6+.
  • Competitive global benefits package.

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AI & MLBackendData Engineering