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Solutions Architect jobs at Datadog sit at the intersection of technical depth and customer-facing problem solving, requiring fluency in cloud infrastructure, observability, and enterprise sales cycles. Datadog has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for this function across multiple visa categories.
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Datadog is seeking a motivated and experienced Security Sales Engineer to join our dynamic enterprise sales engineering team. In this role, you will play a critical part in driving our security sales efforts by providing technical expertise and delivering compelling solutions to our customers. You will work closely with our enterprise sales engineers and sales team to identify customer needs, craft go to market strategy, demonstrate the value of Datadog's security solutions, and ensure customer satisfaction.
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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you will do:
- Support the Enterprise Security Sales team in driving adoption of Datadog's security offering within target strategic accounts.
- Collaborate with the broader sales team to identify and understand security requirements across Datadog's Enterprise customer base.
- Conduct detailed product demonstrations and presentations, showcasing the capabilities and benefits of Datadog's security solutions.
- Provide technical expertise and support throughout the sales cycle, including during customer evaluations and proof-of-value initiatives.
- Develop and maintain a deep understanding of Datadog's security products, industry trends and current vulnerabilities, staying updated with the latest features and enhancements.
- Assist in the creation of technical proposals, documentation, and other sales materials.
- Work closely with the product management and engineering teams to relay customer feedback and influence product development.
- Participate in industry events, conferences, and webinars to promote Datadog's security solutions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Who You Are:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Deep experience with SIEM platforms and detection pipelines, SOC workflows (alert triage, investigation, response), endpoint security (EDR/MDR), and the deployment and tuning of security controls in live customer environments.
- Expert knowledge of the developer and DevOps ecosystems and application security best practices.
- Strong understanding of security principles and best practices.
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and related security tools and technologies.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
- Willingness to travel up to 30% to meet with customers and attend industry events.
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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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.
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ABOUT DATADOG
Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale. It brings applications, infrastructure, data, models, and security into one place, using AI to detect and resolve issues before they impact customers. Trusted globally by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth AI leaders, Datadog enables businesses to move faster with clarity and confidence. Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Datadog Learning Center.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AT DATADOG
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. Here are our Candidate Legal Notices for your reference.
Datadog endeavors to make our Careers Page accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please complete this form. This form is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
PRIVACY AND AI GUIDELINES
Any information you submit to Datadog as part of your application will be processed in accordance with Datadog's Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice. For information on our AI policy, please visit Interviewing at Datadog AI Guidelines.
INTRODUCTION
Datadog is seeking a motivated and experienced Security Sales Engineer to join our dynamic enterprise sales engineering team. In this role, you will play a critical part in driving our security sales efforts by providing technical expertise and delivering compelling solutions to our customers. You will work closely with our enterprise sales engineers and sales team to identify customer needs, craft go to market strategy, demonstrate the value of Datadog's security solutions, and ensure customer satisfaction.
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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you will do:
- Support the Enterprise Security Sales team in driving adoption of Datadog's security offering within target strategic accounts.
- Collaborate with the broader sales team to identify and understand security requirements across Datadog's Enterprise customer base.
- Conduct detailed product demonstrations and presentations, showcasing the capabilities and benefits of Datadog's security solutions.
- Provide technical expertise and support throughout the sales cycle, including during customer evaluations and proof-of-value initiatives.
- Develop and maintain a deep understanding of Datadog's security products, industry trends and current vulnerabilities, staying updated with the latest features and enhancements.
- Assist in the creation of technical proposals, documentation, and other sales materials.
- Work closely with the product management and engineering teams to relay customer feedback and influence product development.
- Participate in industry events, conferences, and webinars to promote Datadog's security solutions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Who You Are:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Deep experience with SIEM platforms and detection pipelines, SOC workflows (alert triage, investigation, response), endpoint security (EDR/MDR), and the deployment and tuning of security controls in live customer environments.
- Expert knowledge of the developer and DevOps ecosystems and application security best practices.
- Strong understanding of security principles and best practices.
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and related security tools and technologies.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
- Willingness to travel up to 30% to meet with customers and attend industry events.
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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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.
LI-Remote
ABOUT DATADOG
Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale. It brings applications, infrastructure, data, models, and security into one place, using AI to detect and resolve issues before they impact customers. Trusted globally by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth AI leaders, Datadog enables businesses to move faster with clarity and confidence. Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Datadog Learning Center.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AT DATADOG
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. Here are our Candidate Legal Notices for your reference.
Datadog endeavors to make our Careers Page accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please complete this form. This form is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
PRIVACY AND AI GUIDELINES
Any information you submit to Datadog as part of your application will be processed in accordance with Datadog's Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice. For information on our AI policy, please visit Interviewing at Datadog AI Guidelines.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Solutions Architect Jobs at Datadog
Frame your pre-sales experience around observability
Datadog's Solutions Architect interviews test hands-on familiarity with monitoring, APM, and cloud-native infrastructure. Prepare demos or case studies showing how you've architected observability solutions, not just sold or supported software.
Target roles aligned with your current visa status
Datadog sponsors H-1B, H-1B1 visa, TN, and F-1 OPT. If you're on OPT, apply with enough lead time for Datadog to file an H-1B cap petition before your OPT expires, factoring in the April 1 filing window.
Confirm sponsorship willingness before your final interview
Datadog's recruiting team typically handles sponsorship decisions at the offer stage, not earlier. Raise the visa question directly with your recruiter once you're in late-stage conversations to avoid delays after an offer is extended.
Match your specialty to Datadog's vertical focus areas
Datadog hires Solutions Architects to support specific verticals like financial services, e-commerce, and DevOps platforms. Aligning your resume to one of these verticals increases your chances of clearing the initial screen for a sponsored role.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsored Solutions Architect openings
Datadog posts Solutions Architect roles across multiple locations and business segments. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for visa-sponsored positions so you're only spending time on roles where sponsorship is already confirmed.
Understand LCA requirements before negotiating your offer
Before Datadog can file your H-1B petition, it must submit a Labor Condition Application to the DOL certifying your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your location. Knowing this step exists helps you set realistic expectations on start date timelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Datadog sponsor H-1B visas for Solutions Architects?
Yes, Datadog sponsors H-1B visas for Solutions Architect roles. This is one of the more common sponsorship pathways for this function at the company. If you're currently on a different status, such as F-1 OPT, Datadog can initiate an H-1B visa cap petition on your behalf ahead of the April 1 filing window, provided the timing aligns with your OPT expiration and the annual cap lottery.
How do I apply for Solutions Architect jobs at Datadog?
Applications go through Datadog's careers page, where Solutions Architect roles are listed by region and product segment. You can also browse open positions filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate, which shows only roles where sponsorship is available. Tailoring your application to a specific vertical or technical specialty, such as cloud infrastructure or APM, meaningfully improves your chances of moving past the initial screen.
Which visa types does Datadog use for Solutions Architect roles?
Datadog supports multiple visa categories for Solutions Architects, including H-1B, H-1B1 visa for Chilean and Singaporean nationals, TN visa for Canadian and Mexican nationals, F-1 OPT and CPT for students, and employment-based Green Card pathways through EB-2 and EB-3. The right visa depends on your nationality, current status, and how far along you are in your career.
What qualifications does Datadog expect for a sponsored Solutions Architect role?
Datadog typically expects Solutions Architect candidates to have hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, and familiarity with observability concepts including metrics, traces, and logs. Pre-sales or customer-facing technical experience is heavily weighted. A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field is usually required to satisfy the specialty occupation standard for H-1B sponsorship through USCIS.
How do I estimate the timeline from offer to starting on a sponsored visa at Datadog?
Timeline depends heavily on your current status. If you're on F-1 OPT and need an H-1B, you're working around the annual cap cycle, which means petitions file in April for an October 1 start. If you're transferring an existing H-1B or changing from another status, USCIS premium processing can reduce the I-129 adjudication window to roughly 15 business days. Plan for at least three to four months of lead time in most scenarios.