Software Engineering Intern (Summer)

Datadog, Inc.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Healthcare

Paid time off

Snacks and catered lunches

Job summary

Datadog, Inc. is seeking Software Engineering Interns to contribute to the observability and security platform across backend, frontend, and infrastructure domains.

You will work with mentors to design, build, and improve systems processing large-scale metrics and logs in real time. You’ll gain hands-on experience with Kubernetes, distributed systems, and cloud-native infrastructure while collaborating with interns and engineers across global teams.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Targeting a 2028 full-time start date.
• Strong CS fundamentals including data structures and algorithms.
• Comfortable coding in one or more languages and open to AI-assisted tools.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to production systems processing large-scale observability data in real time.
• Build and improve distributed backend, platforms, and cloud-native services.
• Address performance, reliability, and scalability challenges in critical services.
• Own and deliver technical projects from design to deployment with mentorship.
• Develop expertise with Kubernetes and cloud-native infrastructure.

Skills

CS Fundamentals

Algorithms

Distributed Systems

Python

Education

CS/Software Eng degree

Tools

Kubernetes

Cloud-native infra

Go/Java

Job description

We’re looking for Software Engineering Interns to help build and scale the systems that power Datadog’s observability and security platform. Interns contribute directly to real-world engineering challenges across backend, frontend, infrastructure, data engineering, and developer tooling while working alongside experienced engineers and mentors. You’ll help design, build, and improve systems that process and analyze massive volumes of metrics, logs, and application data in real time. Whether you’re interested in distributed systems, Kubernetes, AI-powered products like Bits AI, or developer platform tooling, you’ll work on meaningful projects that deliver impact to customers at global scale.

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:

• Contribute to production systems that process and analyze large-scale observability and application data in real time
• Build and improve distributed systems across backend infrastructure, developer platforms, and cloud-native services
• Help identify and solve performance, reliability, and scalability challenges in critical services supporting Datadog’s growing customer base
• Own and deliver technical projects from design through deployment with support from experienced engineers and mentors
• Develop technical expertise through hands‑on experience with technologies such as Kubernetes, distributed systems, and cloud‑native infrastructure
• Collaborate with fellow interns, mentors, and engineers while building software that delivers impact at global scale

Who You Are:

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or have equivalent practical experience
• Targeting a 2028 full-time start date
• Demonstrate strong computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and software design
• Comfortable coding in one or more programming languages and excited to use AI-assisted tools to enhance software development and problem solving
• Have experience using AI coding tools or a strong interest in learning how to use them effectively, while exploring how AI can improve engineering practices and products
• Available to work full-time from the Datadog New York or Boston office during the internship program dates:
  • May 24 - Aug 20, 2027
  • May 24 - Aug 27, 2027
  • June 7 - Sep 3, 2027

Datadog values people from all walks of life. We know 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 experience.

Benefits and Growth:

• Work on meaningful technical challenges alongside engineers across the globe
• Participate in mentorship and buddy programs designed to support learning and development
• Join an in-person intern cohort and expand your network through engineering talks, social events, and community engagement opportunities throughout your internship
• Receive relocation support and travel benefits where applicable
• Enjoy office perks including snacks, drinks, and catered lunches on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

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

This job is available in various departments within our company; to conform to US export control regulations, some of these roles may require candidates to be eligible for any required authorizations from the US government.

Students can sign up for a free Datadog Pro account to learn more about our platform and products.

Datadog offers a competitive salary for this role and may include additional compensation elements. 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, paid time off, and benefits related to traveling and relocation, if eligible.

The reasonably estimated yearly salary for this role at Datadog is:

$100,000—$110,000 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.

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