Software Engineer - CWS Agent Developer

Join Datadog as a Software Engineer - CWS Agent Developer

Datadog is seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our CWS agent team in Madrid. This team is responsible for building the runtime security agent that provides security detections and protections across various environments by monitoring system events such as process activity, file integrity monitoring, and network activity. Our team consists of engineers with expertise in eBPF, networking, and the Linux kernel.

The Opportunity

As a Software Engineer on the CWS agent team, you will:

Own new feature development: Take charge of the entire development process from technical definition to implementation.
Build common eBPF functionality: Develop eBPF-based products for our product teams.
Research and prototype: Innovate new ways to stress test our detection engine and enhance our security coverage.
Drive testing strategy: Maintain and increase our platform coverage while minimizing performance impact.

Who You Are

Experienced in Linux kernel development: You have worked with and developed in the Linux kernel, using eBPF, as a kernel developer, or building low-level programs in C.
Skilled in high throughput/low latency systems: You have significant experience in building systems that require high throughput and low latency.
Customer-focused: You are motivated by solving problems for our customers and building products they love.

Benefits and Growth

Stock options: New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).
Professional development: Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing.
Mentorship and networking: Intradepartmental mentor and buddy program.
Inclusive culture: Join our Community Guilds and access Inclusion Talks.
Health benefits: Free, global mental health benefits for employees and dependents aged 6+.
Competitive benefits: Enjoy competitive global benefits.

About Datadog

Datadog is a global SaaS business that delivers a rare combination of growth and profitability. We are on a mission to break down silos and solve complexity in the cloud age by enabling digital transformation, cloud migration, and infrastructure monitoring of our customers’ entire technology stacks. Built by engineers, for engineers, Datadog is used by organizations of all sizes across a wide range of industries. Join us and become part of a collaborative, pragmatic, and thoughtful people-first community where we solve tough problems, take smart risks, and celebrate one another.

Equal Opportunity

Datadog is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and more. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Benefits
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New hire stock equity (RSUs)
Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Continuous professional development
Product training
Career pathing
Intradepartmental mentor and buddy program
Inclusive company culture
Access to Inclusion Talks
Global mental health benefits
Competitive global benefits

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