Job Description
Datadog’s People Technology team is building the future of AI at work. We’re looking for a People Systems Developer to design and deploy AI-native workflows that transform how we hire develop and support our employees. This is a high-impact hands-on builder role. You’ll move beyond traditional HRIS configuration to prototype and productionize AI-enabled systems across talent acquisition onboarding performance workforce planning and internal service delivery. You’ll operate with high autonomy partner directly with stakeholders and ship solutions that measurably improve how our People team works.
At Datadog we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.
What You’ll Do
Design build test and implement AI-enabled workflows and tools moving from proofs of concept to full production and adoption based on user feedback.
Rapidly prototype using LLMs APIs and automation frameworks — and move validated ideas into secure scalable production systems.
Integrate AI capabilities into our ecosystem (Workday Greenhouse Slack Snowflake Jira Google Workspace and more).
Partner directly with stakeholders like People Analytics HRBPs IT Legal and Security to ensure solutions are usable compliant and follow responsible AI practices.
Evaluate AI tools and vendors through hands-on experimentation.
Enable the broader People team to adopt AI effectively and responsibly.
Success in this role includes reducing manual People workflows by at least 20% through AI-enabled automation and intelligent system design.
At Datadog we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.
Who You Are
3-5 years of experience in software engineering systems engineering or advanced automation.
Proven ability to build and integrate LLM-powered features or intelligent agents into production utilizing leading Frontier models (e.g. OpenAI Anthropic Gemini) and hands-on experience with coding agents/CLIs (e.g. Claude Code Cursor).
Strong API integration and workflow automation experience using tools such as n8n Zapier or Workato.
Familiarity with HR systems (Workday Greenhouse or similar) preferred.
Comfortable operating independently in a fast-moving low-structure environment.
Able to translate complex technical systems into clear practical solutions for business stakeholders.
Skilled at using qualitative data to guide decisions measure effectiveness and iterate.
Thoughtful about privacy governance and responsible AI practices — especially in sensitive HR contexts.
Bonus
- Demonstrated ability to use AI coding tools in day-to-day workflows and validate critique and refine AI-generated output.
- You’re motivated to push the boundaries of how AI can improve software engineering best practices and contribute to building AI-enabled products.
Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you’re passionate about technology and want to grow your skills we encourage you to apply.
Benefits and Growth:
Generous and competitive global and US benefits
New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan
401(k) Plan and match
Flexible time off
Paid parental leave
Gym reimbursement
Continuous career development and pathing opportunities
Product training to develop an in-depth understanding of our product and space
Internal mentor and buddy program cross-departmentally
Friendly and inclusive workplace culture
Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog.
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Datadog offers a competitive salary and equity package and may include variable compensation. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills qualifications and experience. In addition Datadog offers a wide range of best in class comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits for this role including healthcare dental parental planning and mental health benefits a 401(k) plan and match paid time off fitness reimbursements and a discounted employee stock purchase plan.
About Datadog:
Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale. It brings applications infrastructure data models and security into one place using AI to detect and resolve issues before they impact customers. Trusted globally by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth AI leaders Datadog enables businesses to move faster with clarity and confidence. Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram LinkedIn and Datadog Learning Center.
Equal Opportunity at Datadog:
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Any information you submit to Datadog as part of your application will be processed in accordance with Datadog’s Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice. For information on our AI policy please visit Interviewing at Datadog AI Guidelines.
Skills Required
- 3-5 years of experience in software engineering systems engineering or advanced automation.
- Proven ability to build and integrate LLM-powered features into production.
- Strong API integration and workflow automation experience.
- Familiarity with HR systems preferred.
What the Team is Saying
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Datadog Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Healthcare Strength—Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage is paired with company-provided mental-health access and support for gender-affirming care. Fitness reimbursements in eligible locations further bolster wellbeing.
- Parental & Family Support—Fully paid gender-neutral parental leave and extensive family-forming benefits (adoption fertility preservation surrogacy) are highlighted. Childcare subsidies and pet-related support where eligible add practical family assistance.
- Equity Value & Accessibility—New-hire RSUs and an employee stock purchase plan at a discount provide broad ownership opportunities. Feedback suggests these equity programs meaningfully complement cash compensation in many roles.
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What We Do
Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG) is a global SaaS business delivering a rare combination of growth and profitability. We are on a mission to break down silos and solve complexity in the cloud age by enabling digital transformation cloud migration and infrastructure monitoring of our customers' entire technology stacks. Built by engineers for engineers Datadog is used by organizations of all sizes across a wide range of industries. Together we champion professional development diversity of thought innovation and work excellence to empower continuous growth. Join the pack and become part of a collaborative pragmatic and thoughtful people-first community where we solve tough problems take smart risks and celebrate one another.
Why Work With Us
At Datadog we learn from and celebrate each other daily - each win is a team win. Datadogs solve tough problems innovate pragmatically and grow together. We promote from within provide mentorship and opportunities for career development and support our colleagues in the process. Best of all? We truly love what we do.
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Date Posted
05/15/2026
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