Manager I, Engineering - Live Debugging | Datadog Careers

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New York, NY
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15 days ago

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Datadog, Inc. is an American company that provides an observability service for cloud-scale applications, providing monitoring of servers, databases, tools, and services, through a SaaS-based data analytics platform.

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TL;DR · Manager I, Engineering - Live Debugging | Datadog Careers

As an Engineering Manager on Datadog’s Live Debugging team, you will lead a group of experienced backend and frontend engineers to build tools that help developers autonomously resolve production issues. Your daily responsibilities include shaping the technical roadmap, guiding execution, and collaborating with cross-functional teams such as APM, Logs, and Developer Integrations to ensure Live Debugging becomes essential for issue resolution. You will leverage skills in Go, Java, Python, or similar languages while maintaining a high standard of quality and reliability. This role offers opportunities to grow within a fast-moving AI development space, focusing on practical solutions that enhance customer experiences through product ownership and team leadership.

What you'll do

  • Lead a team of backend and frontend engineers building the Live Debugger.
  • Shape the technical roadmap and convert product goals into engineering plans.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate Live Debugging tools effectively.
  • Coach engineers on execution, technical decisions, and career development.
  • Ensure high standards for quality, simplicity, reliability, and customer impact.

What we're looking for

  • Experienced in managing engineering teams to deliver high-quality software.
  • Strong background in software development using Go, Java, Python or similar languages.
  • Comfortable leading work across backend, frontend, and production systems.
  • Product-oriented mindset with a focus on practical solutions for customer problems.
  • Hands-on experience with AI coding tools and improving AI-generated output.
  • Excellent communication skills across engineering, product, and design teams.
  • Proactive and collaborative approach to team leadership and technical direction.

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