Senior Staff Engineer - Event Platform Storage

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in building and optimizing distributed systems. Your background includes a strong understanding of high availability, low latency, and scalability challenges, which you have tackled in previous roles. You are proficient in Java, Go, and Rust, and you have a passion for creating reliable and efficient systems that can handle high-throughput data processing. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy guiding others through architectural decisions, ensuring that best practices are followed across teams. You are motivated by the opportunity to contribute to critical platforms that impact the business significantly.

Desirable

Experience with real-time systems and a deep understanding of storage engines will be advantageous. Familiarity with cloud platforms and their services can also enhance your contributions to the team.

What you'll do

In this role, you will lead high-priority projects aimed at increasing the resilience and scalability of the Event Platform Storage. You will design and implement solutions that enhance the platform's capabilities, ensuring it can handle the ingestion and processing of millions of messages per second. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address potential bottlenecks in the system, driving architectural improvements that align with business goals. Your expertise will guide the team in making informed decisions about technology choices and system design, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

You will also mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and experience to help them grow in their careers. Your contributions will directly impact the performance and reliability of the platform, making it a critical component of Datadog's offerings. You will participate in code reviews and design discussions, ensuring that the team adheres to high standards of quality and performance.

What we offer

Datadog values a collaborative office culture that fosters creativity and teamwork. As part of a hybrid workplace, you will have the flexibility to balance your work and personal life effectively. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and growth within the company. Join us to work on one of the most profitable parts of our business and make a significant impact on our platform's success.