Hard work and patience combined with tons of fun - Account Executive Datadog Employee Review

5.0
Oct 7, 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The learning curve at Datadog is massive. If you have a positive mindset and are prepared for a challenge, you're guaranteed to shape/sharpen your sales skills in no-time. It's important to keep in mind that it's not an easy market to sell into, as it can be highly technical, however every team (from CS to Engineering and marketing) is super helpful every step along the way. So having no technical background is not a big problem. The culture is extremely supportive. Even though sales can be competitive, I've never experienced any negative competition within my team or with different teams.

Cons

Selling into the European market, you need a lot of patience and perseverance. But it's important to handle rejection, don't take no for an answer and keep the positive spirit up. Targets are the same for all regions, which is not super logical since you cannot compare the EMEA market to the US. You have to step up for yourself if you want to progress your career.

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5.0
Jun 9, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Business Outlook

Pros

People first culture, endless opportunities to grow, learn new things beyond your role’s scope and get promoted

Cons

Compensation on a lower end

1.0
May 30, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Stock options and gym reimbursement

Cons

Datadog is a very toxic place especially if you’re in a non-tech role where you are deprioritized and uncared for. Talent acquisition has terrible, selfish leaders who only care about themselves and pushing their teams past their limits. Your colleagues will backstab you again and again to gain preferential treatment. The leaders encourage this type of behavior and get excited and make jokes about it. Additionally,I It is an environment riddled with sexism and racism — is it not 2026? NYC at that? The lack of resources and support compared to engineering is astounding. I would never recommend this place to anyone. Many of the good reviews are fake or are by people who perpetuate the toxic culture. The only good thing is the stock options. Stay far away from this place!

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