Software Engineering Intern

Datadog

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About Datadog

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 · Software Engineering Intern

As a Software Engineering Intern, you will join the engineering team to help build and scale systems powering an observability and security platform. You will work alongside experienced mentors to design, build, and improve distributed systems across backend infrastructure, developer platforms, and cloud-native services. Your daily responsibilities include processing and analyzing massive volumes of metrics, logs, and application data in real time while solving performance, reliability, and scalability challenges for critical services. The role requires strong computer science fundamentals in data structures and algorithms, along with proficiency in at least one programming language. You will gain hands-on experience with technologies including Kubernetes and distributed systems. Additionally, you will utilize AI-assisted tools to enhance software development practices while contributing to the technical infrastructure that manages complex data flows for a global user base.

What you'll do

  • Process and analyze large volumes of metrics, logs, and application data in real time.
  • Build and improve distributed systems across backend infrastructure and cloud-native services.
  • Develop tools for developer platforms and internal engineering workflows.
  • Solve performance, reliability, and scalability challenges in critical production services.
  • Own technical projects from the initial design phase through to final deployment.
  • Utilize AI-assisted tools to enhance software development and problem-solving processes.
  • Work with Kubernetes and other cloud-native technologies to support global-scale infrastructure.

What we're looking for

  • Pursue a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or have equivalent practical experience.
  • Target a 2027 full-time start date.
  • Demonstrate strong computer science fundamentals including data structures, algorithms, and software design.
  • Be comfortable coding in one or more programming languages.
  • Have experience using AI coding tools or a strong interest in learning how to use them effectively.
  • Be available to complete a 6-month internship starting between February and June 2027.

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