Systems Developer

People Systems Developer

Datadog’s People Technology team is building the future of AI ’re looking for a People Systems Developer to design and deploy AI-native workflows that transform how we hire, develop, and support employees.

• Design, build, test, and implement AI-enabled workflows and tools, moving from proofs of concept to full production.
• Rapidly prototype using LLMs, APIs, and automation frameworks, then validate and scale 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 (People Analytics, HRBPs, IT, Legal, Security) to ensure usability, compliance, and responsible AI practices.
• Evaluate AI tools and vendors through hands‑on experimentation.
• Enable the broader People team to adopt AI effectively and responsibly, reducing manual workflows by at least 20%.

• 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, using leading models (OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini) and coding agent/CLI tools (Claude Code, Cursor).
• Strong API integration and workflow automation experience with n8n, Zapier, or Workato.
• Familiarity with HR systems (Workday, Greenhouse, or similar) is preferred.
• Comfortable operating independently in a fast‑moving, low‑structure environment.
• Ability 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 in sensitive HR contexts.
• Bonus:
  Demonstrated use of AI coding tools in day‑to‑day workflows and ability to validate and refine AI‑generated output.
• Motivated to push the boundaries of AI to improve software engineering practices and contribute to building AI‑enabled products.

• 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, pathing opportunities, product training, internal mentor program.
• Friendly and inclusive workplace culture.
• Hybrid work model.

Base salary range $145,000 – $215,000 USD, plus equity and variable compensation.

Datadog is proud to offer equal employment opportunity to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and other characteristics protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.