Head of Global Analyst Relations at Datadog

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Dec, 25

Salary

290000.0

Posted On

18 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Leadership, Team Oversight, Analyst Engagement, Market Perceptions, Executive Partnering, Message Development, Measurement & Impact, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Analyst Relations, Industry Knowledge, Cloud Technologies, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Software, Product Differentiation

Industry

Software Development

Description

We are looking for a highly experienced Head of Global Analyst Relations to lead Datadog’s analyst engagement worldwide. This leader will oversee a team of Analyst Relations Managers across geographies, driving consistent and impactful interactions with top-tier analyst firms. The role requires a strategic thinker with deep industry knowledge, a proven track record of influencing analyst evaluations, and the ability to guide complex cross-functional initiatives that position Datadog as a category leader. 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: Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a global analyst relations strategy that elevates Datadog’s visibility and credibility in the industry. Team Oversight: Lead and mentor the global Analyst Relations Managers, providing guidance, coaching, and ensuring consistent alignment across regions. Analyst Engagement: Build and strengthen relationships with leading industry analysts at Gartner, Forrester, IDC, and other key firms. Act as a trusted advisor and spokesperson to effectively communicate Datadog’s vision, strategy, and product differentiation. Influence Market Perceptions: Drive proactive engagement with analysts to shape industry research, reports, and rankings (e.g., Magic Quadrants, Waves, MarketScapes). Executive Partnering: Collaborate closely with Datadog’s executives and product leaders to prepare for analyst briefings, inquiries, and advisory sessions. Message Development: Ensure consistency and clarity of Datadog’s messaging across analyst interactions, aligning with broader communications and marketing strategies. Measurement & Impact: Establish KPIs and reporting mechanisms to track the influence of analyst relations on market perception, sales enablement, and brand reputation. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with marketing, product, sales, and customer success teams to align analyst engagement with business priorities. Who You Are: Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of related analyst relations or communications experience, or Master’s degree with 8+ years of experience (or equivalent). 5+ years of leadership experience, including significant second-line or departmental leadership managing global teams. Demonstrated success leading global analyst relations functions for a high-growth technology company. Strong network and established relationships with top-tier industry analysts and firms. Proven ability to influence analyst evaluations and drive improved positioning in industry reports. Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with executive presence. Experience managing large-scale, cross-functional programs in fast-paced environments. Deep understanding of enterprise software, cloud, observability, or cybersecurity markets preferred. 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: Best-in-class benefits 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 Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog. 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: $180,000—$290,000 USD About Datadog: Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG) is a global SaaS business, delivering a rare combination of growth and profitability. We are on a mission to break down silos and solve complexity in the cloud age by enabling digital transformation, cloud migration, and infrastructure monitoring of our customers’ entire technology stacks. Built by engineers, for engineers, Datadog is used by organizations of all sizes across a wide range of industries. Together, we champion professional development, diversity of thought, innovation, and work excellence to empower continuous growth. Join the pack and become part of a collaborative, pragmatic, and thoughtful people-first community where we solve tough problems, take smart risks, and celebrate one another. 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. 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Responsibilities

The Head of Global Analyst Relations will develop and implement a global analyst relations strategy to enhance Datadog's visibility and credibility. This role involves leading a team, engaging with industry analysts, and collaborating with executives to shape market perceptions.