# Partner Technology Solutions Engineer

**Company:** [Datadog](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/datadog)
**Location:** New York, NY
**Role:** Sales Engineering
**Salary:** $156k – $195k/yr
**Experience:** 3+ years
**Skills:** Python, Go, OpenTelemetry, OAuth, APIs, Linux, Cloud Infrastructure, metrics, logs, traces, Zendesk, Jira, ai coding tools
**Posted:** 2026-07-27

> Partner Technology Solutions Engineer serving as the technical bridge between Datadog and third-party developers. Guide partners through the full integration lifecycle on the Integration Developer Platform, from architecture and code reviews to troubleshooting and publication on the Datadog Marketplace. Requires 3+ years technical experience, proficiency in Python or Go, and strong observability knowledge.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Act as the technical lead for partners, advising on OAuth flows, log pipelines, OpenTelemetry, and agent-based vs. API-based configurations.
- Perform architectural assessments and deep-dive code reviews for partner integrations in the integrations-extras and marketplace repositories, ensuring they meet our Quality Rubric.
- Solve complex technical challenges for partners via Zendesk, Slack, and dedicated technical consultations.
- Identify friction points in our Integration Developer Platform (IDP) and partner with our internal Product and Engineering teams to build a better developer experience.
- Maintain public-facing developer documentation and internal tracking systems (JIRA) to ensure transparency and scale.

## Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in a technical role (Support Engineering, Solutions Architecture, or Software Development).
- Proficient in at least one language (Python or Go preferred).
- Observability enthusiast who understands monitoring fundamentals (Metrics, Logs, Traces) and modern standards like OpenTelemetry.
- Natural consultant with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to developers of varying skill levels.
- Comfortable working with APIs, Linux environments, and cloud infrastructure.
- Thrives in a hybrid work environment.

## Nice-to-Haves
- Demonstrated ability to use AI coding tools in day-to-day workflows and validate, critique, and refine AI-generated output.
- Motivated to push the boundaries of how AI can improve software engineering best practices and contribute to building AI-enabled products.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Generous professional development and equipment budget.
- Best-in-class, high-growth technical culture.
- Impactful role at the center of Datadog’s growth.
- Inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Datadog offers a competitive salary and equity package, and may include variable compensation.
- Reasonably estimated yearly salary for this role: $156,000–$195,000 USD.
- Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, dental, parental planning, mental health benefits, 401(k) plan and match, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, and discounted employee stock purchase plan.

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