Drive large-scale, cross-functional People programs at Datadog. Partner with senior stakeholders to define strategy, build scalable processes, and improve employee experience across the organization.
170k – 250k/yr
Hybrid5+ YOETechnical Program Management
About the role
What You’ll Do
Lead end-to-end delivery of complex, cross-functional People programs, from ideation through execution and iteration
Partner with senior stakeholders across the business to define program goals, success metrics, and roadmaps
Deliver People products through scalable processes and frameworks that improve employee experience and organizational effectiveness
Identify dependencies, risks, and tradeoffs across initiatives, proactively driving alignment and decision-making
Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, ensuring clear communication and accountability across teams
Establish program governance, reporting, and operating rhythms to track progress and outcomes
Synthesize insights across multiple workstreams to inform executive-level updates and recommendations
Continuously improve program management practices within the People Team
Who You Are
5+ years of experience in program management, operations, consulting, or a related field, preferably within a high-growth technology or SaaS environment
Proven experience leading large-scale, cross-functional programs and driving initiatives from strategy through execution
Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term organizational goals with detailed operational execution
Highly organized and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous, and evolving environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience structuring complex challenges and driving scalable solutions
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skills, with the ability to influence and align teams at all levels
Experience building scalable processes, frameworks, and operating rhythms across teams, systems, and organizational priorities
Background in People Operations, HR transformation, People systems, or supporting executive-level initiatives and Chief of Staff functions is a strong plus
Benefits and Growth
Best-in-breed onboarding
Generous global benefits
Intra-departmental mentor and buddy program for in-house networking
New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing
An inclusive company culture, able to join our Community Guilds and Inclusion Talks
Healthcare, dental, parental planning, and mental health benefits
401(k) plan and match
Paid time off
Fitness reimbursements
Discounted employee stock purchase plan
Skills
Program ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationStakeholder ManagementProcess DesignRoadmappingRisk ManagementExecutive CommunicationPeople OperationsHr SystemsChange Management
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