Director, Compensation Programs

Overview

We are seeking a strategic and analytical, forward-thinking Director, Compensation Programs to lead the design, implementation, and management of global compensation strategies across a fast-paced, high growth landscape. This role will ensure our compensation programs are competitive, equitable, and aligned with business objectives, enabling us to attract, retain, and motivate top talent in a highly competitive market. 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

• Lead the strategy, design, and execution of global compensation programs, including base pay, incentives, and equity
• Oversee end-to-end compensation operations, including annual cycles (merit, bonus, promotions, equity refresh) and incentive plan management
• Drive market competitiveness and pay equity through benchmarking, analytics, and continuous program evaluation
• Ensure compliance with compensation regulations while monitoring industry trends and evolving best practices
• Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven insights, while building and leading a high-performing compensation team

Who you are

• 10+ years of progressive compensation experience, including leadership roles and global or multi-region program management
• Deep expertise in compensation design, job architecture, and incentive programs
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into business decisions
• Strategic mindset with strong business acumen and the ability to influence senior leaders
• Excellent leadership, communication, and execution skills, with high attention to detail; experience in tech or high-growth environments a plus

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to shape and scale compensation strategy at a critical stage of growth
• High visibility role with direct impact on talent and business success
• Collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work environment
• 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

• Best-in-breed onboarding
• Generous global benefits
• Intra-departmental mentor and buddy program for in-house networking
• New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
• Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing
• An inclusive company culture, able to join our Community Guilds and Inclusion Talks

Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog. 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. The reasonably estimated yearly salary for this role at Datadog is: $185,000 — $290,000 USD