Join Datadog as a People Systems Developer to design and deploy AI-native workflows that transform employee support and development.
Posted by employer 4 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 4 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 8 hours ago
Skills & Technologies
AI in the day-to-day
Rapidly prototype using LLMs, APIs, and automation frameworks to integrate AI capabilities into our ecosystem.
Requirements
- Experience
- 3–5 years
Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In this role, the People Systems Developer at Datadog focuses on designing and implementing AI-driven workflows to enhance various HR functions, including hiring and onboarding. Key skills include experience with LLMs, API integration, and automation frameworks, alongside a solid understanding of HR systems like Workday. This position is ideal for someone with 3-5 years of experience in software or systems engineering, who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about leveraging AI to improve operational efficiency. Datadog's emphasis on collaboration and creativity within its hybrid workplace culture further enriches the role.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 4 months ago — first seen on Joblaze May 16, 2026. Last confirmed on Datadog's careers page October 9, 2026.
- Salary band is below the typical range for AI/ML roles (median ~$190,000).
- Starts above 35% of 89 comparable mid ai/ml roles in United States that list AI/ML we track (median $152,000 across 39 companies). See AI/ML salary trends
- AI/ML appears in 52.6% of 466 comparable mid ai/ml roles in United States; Gemini appears in 0.2% of 466 comparable mid ai/ml roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the People Systems Developer role remote?
- It's hybrid — Datadog expects some on-site time in Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Denver, Colorado, USA; New York, New York, USA.
- What's the salary range?
- Datadog lists $145,000–$215,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- 3–5 years of relevant experience for this People Systems Developer role.
- Where is the role based?
- Datadog is hiring for this position in Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Denver, Colorado, USA; New York, New York, USA.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AI/ML, Anthropic, Claude Code, Cursor, Gemini, Google Workspace.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Datadog targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this People Systems Developer role at Datadog.
From the original posting
Datadog’s People Technology team is building the future of AI at work. We’re looking for a People Systems Developer to design and deploy AI-native workflows that transform how we hire, develop, and support our employees. This is a high-impact hands-on builder role. You’ll move beyond traditional HRIS configuration to prototype and productionize AI-enabled systems across talent acquisition, onboarding, performance, workforce planning, and internal service delivery. You’ll operate with high autonomy, partner directly with stakeholders, and ship solutions that measurably improve how our People team works.
What You’ll Do
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Design, build, test, and implement AI-enabled workflows and tools, moving from proofs of concept to full production and adoption based on user feedback.
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Rapidly prototype using LLMs, APIs, and automation frameworks — and move validated ideas into secure, scalable production systems.
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Integrate AI capabilities into our ecosystem (Workday, Greenhouse, Slack, Snowflake, Jira, Google Workspace, and more).
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Partner directly with stakeholders like People Analytics, HRBPs, IT, Legal, and Security to ensure solutions are usable, compliant, and follow responsible AI practices.
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Evaluate AI tools and vendors through hands-on experimentation.
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Enable the broader People team to adopt AI effectively and responsibly.
Success in this role includes reducing manual People workflows by at least 20% through AI-enabled automation and intelligent system design.
Who You Are
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3-5 years of experience in software engineering, systems engineering, or advanced automation.
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Proven ability to build and integrate LLM-powered features or intelligent agents into production, utilizing leading Frontier models (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini) and hands-on experience with coding agents/CLIs (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor).
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Strong API integration and workflow automation experience, using tools such as n8n, Zapier, or Workato.
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Familiarity with HR systems (Workday, Greenhouse, or similar) preferred.
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Comfortable operating independently in a fast-moving, low-structure environment.
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Able to translate complex technical systems into clear, practical solutions for business stakeholders.
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Skilled at using qualitative data to guide decisions, measure effectiveness, and iterate.
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Thoughtful about privacy, governance, and responsible AI practices — especially in sensitive HR contexts.
Bonus
- Demonstrated ability to use AI coding tools in day-to-day workflows and validate, critique, and refine AI-generated output.
- You’re motivated to push the boundaries of how AI can improve software engineering best practices and contribute to building AI-enabled products.
Benefits and Growth:
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Generous and competitive global and US benefits
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New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan
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401(k) Plan and match
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Flexible time off
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Paid parental leave
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Gym reimbursement
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Continuous career development and pathing opportunities
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Product training to develop an in-depth understanding of our product and space
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Internal mentor and buddy program cross-departmentally
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Friendly and inclusive workplace culture
#LI-#LI-Hybrid
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.
About Datadog:
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