Security Sales Engineer at Datadog

Compensation

$118,000 – $157,000/yr

Setup: Remote, Hybrid
Type: Full-time
Level: mid
Posted: Jul 28, 2026

Description

Datadog is hiring a Security Sales Engineer to support enterprise security sales by delivering technical expertise, product demonstrations, proof-of-value support, and customer-facing security solutions. The role partners with sales, product management, and engineering to understand customer requirements, relay feedback, and drive adoption of Datadog’s security offering. The position is hybrid, based at Datadog, and offers a yearly salary range of $118,000 to $157,000 USD plus equity and benefits.

Required Skills

SIEM
Endpoint security
DevOps
Cloud platforms
Presentation
Technical writing

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Required Previous Experiences: Deep experience with SIEM platforms, SOC workflows, endpoint security, and security controls in customer environments
Expert knowledge of developer and DevOps ecosystems and application security best practices
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms and related security tools
Preferred Qualifications: Willingness to travel up to 30%
Strong presentation and communication skills
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Interest in growing skills and learning the role