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Executive Assistant II - San Francisco

Datadog

$101,000 - $134,000 / year

San Francisco, California, USAFull-timeHybridIntermediate

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Description

We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant with at least 3-7 years of experience to support high level executives. The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly organized and capable of managing complex schedules and administrative tasks. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. 

At Datadog, Business Operations run the day-to-day operations for Datadog and help to keep our employees safe, happy and productive, which means every day is different. Business Operations work closely with leadership and employees to ensure that Datadog keeps scaling smoothly and remains a great place to work.

Datadog is looking for an Executive Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment to provide exemplary support for high level executives.This highly visible and professional position requires diligent attention to detail, impeccable time management skills, and an ability to multitask. This role reports directly to the Head of Executive Support.

At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.

What You’ll Do:

  • Manage and maintain executive schedules, coordinate internal and external meetings, arrange calls, dinners, events, etc.
  • Coordinate and manage projects and follow-up on action items
  • Assist in the preparation of agendas and materials for meetings
  • Work with the Executive Support Team on projects related to new hires, events, office functions, socials, offsite meetings, etc

Who You Are:

  • 3-7 years of experience supporting multiple leaders and high level executives
  • Tech-savvy with a strong interest in using technology to improve work efficiency
  • Proficient in Google Workspace
  • Someone with high integrity who can maintain complete confidentiality on all business matters
  • Even-tempered, kind and respectful; able to remain calm under pressure
  • Able to communicate clearly and concisely in, both verbally and in writing
  • Detailed-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills
  • A great multitasker and team player
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment

Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you’re passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits and Growth: 

  • Generous and competitive benefits package
  • New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan
  • Continuous career development and pathing opportunities 
  • Product training to develop an in-depth understanding of our product and space
  • Best in breed onboarding
  • Internal mentor and buddy program cross-departmentally
  • Friendly and inclusive workplace culture

Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog.

#LI-Hybrid

Datadog offers a competitive salary and equity package, and may include variable compensation. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, Datadog offers a wide range of best in class, comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits for this role including healthcare, dental, parental planning, and mental health benefits, a 401(k) plan and match, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, and a discounted employee stock purchase plan.

The reasonably estimated yearly salary for this role at Datadog is:
$101,000—$134,000 USD

About Datadog: 

Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale. It brings applications, infrastructure, data, models, and security into one place, using AI to detect and resolve issues before they impact customers. Trusted globally by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth AI leaders, Datadog enables businesses to move faster with clarity and confidence. Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Datadog Learning Center.

Equal Opportunity at Datadog:

Datadog is proud to offer equal employment opportunity to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and other characteristics protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Here are our Candidate Legal Notices for your reference. 

Datadog endeavors to make our Careers Page accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please complete this form. This form is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. 

Privacy and AI Guidelines:

Any information you submit to Datadog as part of your application will be processed in accordance with Datadog’s Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice. For information on our AI policy, please visit Interviewing at Datadog AI Guidelines.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • paid time off
  • stock options

About this role

Supporting Datadog's leadership team in San Francisco means managing the operational backbone that keeps high-level executives effective and the company scaling smoothly. You'll own complex schedules, coordinate meetings and events, prepare materials for executive discussions, and collaborate with the broader Executive Support Team on everything from new hire onboarding to office functions. The role demands someone who can juggle multiple priorities simultaneously, communicate clearly under pressure, and handle sensitive information with complete discretion.

This position suits someone with 3–7 years of experience supporting senior leaders who thrives in a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment. You should be organized and detail-oriented, comfortable with Google Workspace, and genuinely interested in using technology to streamline workflows. Beyond the logistics, Datadog values even-temperedness, kindness, and the ability to remain calm when things move quickly. You'll report to the Sr. Manager of Executive Support and work hybrid from San Francisco, with a salary range of $101,000–$134,000 plus equity, stock purchase options, and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401(k) matching, and professional development opportunities.

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