Boston-based monitoring service, Datadog, provides a platform that helps businesses improve their agility, efficiency and end-to-end application and organization visibility. The company was founded in 2010 and since then has been integrated into more than 9,000 enterprises.
The SaaS-based system provides help to developers and ops teams so they can work together on infrastructure, maintaining less downtime and ensuring development and deployment cycles are completed. Just steps away from Post Office Square, the office is right in the thick of food trucks and restaurant options. But you'll only have to venture out when the company isn't providing you free catered lunches, which happens quite a bit.
Diving Into the Values at Datadog
The company has three values that it instills in every one of its employees. The values are:
"Building a purpose-oriented culture is central to our mission at Datadog," said Mike, Commercial Account Executive. "The atmosphere we've created fosters healthy competition and support for one another. Open communication across the floor encourages cross-team collaboration, and we're always pushing each other to be the best we can be."
The Team at Datadog
You'll Never Be Separated from the Pack
Teams work cross-functionally at Datadog to ensure the customer is getting the best product. They work together to solve any problems customers run into and listen respectfully to feedback. Through collaboration and teamwork, colleagues at Datadog all work well together.
"It is exciting to work for a company that is making commitments to gaining different perspectives, and the positive feedback we have been receiving keeps us motivated," said Carolina Neville-O'Neill, Commercial Account Executive.
Most importantly, the leadership team is highly committed to providing an environment where team members feel supported in being themselves and doing their best work. "As a leader at Datadog, I'm personally committed to identifying the best people in Boston and investing in their future," said Shaunt, Vice President of Commercial Sales. "We're a high growth company that prioritizes employee development and career acceleration."
The Successes at Datadog
Celebrations That'll Make Your Tail Wag
Success at the company is defined differently but celebrated heavily. From being able to drive new opportunities to closing new business accounts, or being able to adapt quickly and taking on new challenges, everyone has their own little successes that get them through the day. But the company really celebrates when employees put themselves in positions that allow them to grow professionally.
Datadog celebrates big wins in different ways. Sometimes the celebration is a team or company outing, but other times it's a super nice dinner with your colleagues, directors and managers. Some past team outings have included a boat cruise on the Spirit of Boston and going to a Sox game. The company even goes on a trip to the Cayman Islands to celebrate people who exceed their quarterly goals. The all-expenses-paid trip is exclusive to the President's Club and used as motivation for team members to hit their numbers.
"When I have a big personal win like a promotion or a key deal, I don't spend too much time dwelling on it," said Ryan Hansen, Senior Account Executive. "Usually I try to stay focused, appreciate and give credit to those who helped, and then put it behind me so I can concentrate on what's next."
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The Diversity at Datadog
Everyone's Welcome in This Pack
The company as a whole is dedicated to building a culture that is diverse and inclusive. As a way to do so, it's formed partnerships with several diversity initiatives that include:
Datadog doesn't just stop at partnering with these initiatives, though. The company is constantly hosting, sponsoring and participating in diversity events and boot camps. "People believe diversity is having underrepresented candidates in the recruiting pipeline," said Recruiter Tabitha Upton. "They often forget that while it is important to hire underrepresented people, it's also important to retain diverse employees and create an inclusive environment."
The company has formed support and affinity groups within its walls for employees to take advantage of. These groups open up communication across the company and provide an outlet for employees to connect with communities around the globe. And if they don't offer a support group that you would like to be apart of, then create it. The No. 1 goal at Datadog is to ensure you feel appreciated, supported and respected.
"Diversity in the tech sector brings diversity of thought," said Upton. "Each person has different perspectives based on their unique experiences and ways of thinking. This enables teams to tackle difficult projects better and faster."
The Benefits at Datadog
You'll Drool Over These Perks
Aside from working alongside fellow dog lovers, the team at Datadog truly enjoys the benefits package that is offered.
