Overview:
In this role you drive talent acquisition for Datadog, acting as the face of recruiting and guiding candidates through a high-impact hiring process. You collaborate with leadership to refine interview flows, ensure a smooth candidate experience, and close strong hires who fit the culture. You will partner across teams to scale recruiting efforts and promote Datadog’s story to attract top talent. This is a pivotal role in shaping teams that support growth and innovation. Compensation / Benefits Generous benefits package Stock equity and employee stock purchase plan Career development and pathing Product training and onboarding Mentor and buddy program Inclusive workplace culture
Responsibilities:
Source qualified talent via multiple channels (sourcing, job posts, referrals, agencies) Screen candidates to validate qualifications Collaborate with leaders to design or streamline interview processes Ensure follow-up and closure for all interviewed candidates Negotiate compensation for qualified candidates Enhance recruitment through training interview teams Leverage Greenhouse to track progress and maintain data quality Ensure excellent interview experience for all candidates
Key requirements:
2-5 years in full-lifecycle recruiting (in-house or staffing agency) Strong sourcing ability to identify where top talent lives Autonomous with ability to manage multiple positions Proven skills in selling value proposition, negotiating, and closing Sense of urgency across recruiting stages Ability to navigate changing processes selling value proposition autonomy urgency adaptability Greenhouse (ATS) full-lifecycle recruiting