About the company
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.
Responsibilities
- Grow, manage and mentor a talented group of researchers
- Establish a Mixed-Methods Practice ensuring researchers can analyze product telemetry and statistical data alongside qualitative insights
- Scale Research Capabilities by defining inquiry methods and teaching the broader organization
- Take accountability for the business metrics influenced by research findings
- Build the foundation for AI as a research collaborator, using tools like custom GPTs and synthetic personas
- Collaborate with the Head of Design, design and cross functional leaders to establish roadmaps
Requirements
- 10-15+ years in user research or product design, with experience building and managing high-performing teams
- Proficient in both qualitative and quantitative methodologies
- Proven track record of moving research beyond "usability testing" to impacting product direction and business metrics
- Comfortable navigating the technical complexities of modern software development and infrastructure
- Excited by the potential of AI to transform how research is conducted, synthesized, and shared
Conditions
- New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
- Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing
- Intradepartmental mentor and buddy program
- An inclusive company culture, ability to join Community Guilds
- Free, global mental health benefits for employees and dependents age 6+
- Competitive global benefits
- The reasonably estimated yearly salary for this role is $220,000 - $320,000 USD