Best culture I have ever been part of - comes down from the top
Amazingly smart and hard working people
Great collaboration
Teams are very accountable
Always look to promote internally first - again, this comes from the top, I have seen the CEO and other executives push this at every opportunity
In short, this was my best 5 1/2 years ever. Felt an amazing self of accomplishment with what the Company was able to do during my tenure. It's only after leaving that I realize HOW MUCH this place was amazing. I met so many amazing people,
Cons
Not everybody can handle this pace
For me personally, did not have the best work-life balance, but I probably did a lot of it to myself
In-office culture... great if you buy into it, I do believe this led to great collaboration
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Pros
People first culture, endless opportunities to grow, learn new things beyond your role’s scope and get promoted
Datadog has a strong product, smart coworkers, and a fast paced environment that teaches you a lot quickly. I learned a tremendous amount about observability, technical discovery, outbound prospecting, and how modern engineering organizations operate. The company has also gives reps exposure to large accounts and technical conversations early in their careers.
Cons
The ramp for newer AEs can feel steep, especially in a hgihly competitive outbound environment. Success often depends on timing, territory, pipeline momentum, and consistent coaching. There can also be a significant pressure tied to activity metrics and pipeline generations, which may be difficult for reps still developing confidence and process consistency.