Software Engineering Intern (Winter)
Distributed systems engineering
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What stands out
- Pay is stated up front — $100,000 – $110,000. Most postings never say.
- Posted in the last 24 hours.
- The same role is open in 2 locations.
The gist
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. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.
What you would actually do
- Build and improve distributed systems for observability and security platforms
- Work with Kubernetes, cloud-native infrastructure, and AI-powered tools
- Collaborate with engineers on global-scale projects with real-world impact
Skills mentioned
How to apply
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