Avoid at all costs - BDR Datadog Employee Review

1.0
27 Jan 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Decent pay but just like any other job, you get what you put in. Unlimited PTO and good location.

Cons

Terrible management who treat this role like you have a 1.5 million dollar number to hit, very hard on optics and focus on the quantity of calls/emails rather than quality. . Cool office with a bunch of booths and couches to make it seem like it's a laid back environment but penalize and shame you for not sitting at your desk. Frat boy type attitude and very hard to move up internally to the next step as an AE.

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5.0
9 Jun 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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

4.0
18 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Datadog has a strong product, smart coworkers, and a fast paced environment that teaches you a lot quickly. I learned a tremendous amount about observability, technical discovery, outbound prospecting, and how modern engineering organizations operate. The company has also gives reps exposure to large accounts and technical conversations early in their careers.

Cons

The ramp for newer AEs can feel steep, especially in a hgihly competitive outbound environment. Success often depends on timing, territory, pipeline momentum, and consistent coaching. There can also be a significant pressure tied to activity metrics and pipeline generations, which may be difficult for reps still developing confidence and process consistency.

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