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Director of Global Compensation Programs

DatadogNew York, New York, USANew
Hybrid Full-time $185K/yr - $290K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior Level Manager

Qualifications

Qualifications: 10+ years of progressive compensation experience, with a focus on leadership and management of global or multi-region compensation programs. Strong background in compensation design, job architecture, and incentive management. Proficient in analytical interpretation of data to guide business decisions. Strategic mindset with the ability to influence at the senior leadership level. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with strong attention to detail; a background in technology or high-growth companies is a plus.

About the job

Datadog is looking for a Director of Global Compensation Programs to join the team in New York, NY. This leadership role centers on designing and managing compensation strategies that support the company’s ability to attract and retain top talent. The position emphasizes building frameworks that are competitive, fair, and closely aligned with Datadog’s business objectives.

The company supports a hybrid work model, blending in-person collaboration with flexibility to promote both creative teamwork and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and oversee global compensation programs, covering base salary, incentives, and equity offerings.
  • Manage day-to-day compensation operations, including annual merit cycles, bonuses, promotions, and equity refresh processes.
  • Conduct market benchmarking and data analysis to ensure pay remains competitive and equitable.
  • Monitor compliance with compensation-related regulations and keep current with industry developments.
  • Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven recommendations.
  • Build and lead a high-performing team focused on compensation strategy and execution.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in compensation, with a background in leading global or multi-regional programs.
  • Expertise in compensation design, job architecture, and incentive planning.
  • Strong analytical skills for interpreting compensation data and informing business decisions.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
  • Proven leadership, communication, and execution abilities. Experience in technology or high-growth organizations is considered a plus.

What Sets This Role Apart

  • Opportunity to shape and scale Datadog’s compensation strategy during a period of significant growth.
  • Visible position with direct impact on talent attraction and business outcomes.
  • Collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace culture.

Datadog values diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Not every candidate will meet every qualification, but those passionate about technology and eager to contribute are encouraged to apply.

About Datadog

Datadog is a leading monitoring and analytics platform for developers, IT operations teams, and business users, providing a unified view of cloud-scale applications. We value collaboration and creativity in our workplace, and we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity.

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