Director, Compensation Programs

Benefits

Parental leave

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Non-birth-parent leave

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Family-building benefits

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Mental health support

Offered From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Relocation assistance

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Childcare support

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Learning budget

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Verification

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Salary

$185K-$290K From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

401(k) match

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$81,650 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+6.9% - Faster than average

191% above the BLS role benchmark for human resources aggregate.

Matched to SOC 13-1071 - Human Resources aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function

Hr From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Seniority

Director Plus From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Schedule

Shift type

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Weekend work

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Company

Company stage

Public-company From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Equity

Offered Verified - SEC 10-K source checked Jun 20, 2026

Application

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Assessment

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Deadline

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About this role

Director, Compensation Programs New York, New York, USA We are seeking a strategic and analytical, forward-thinking Director, Compensation Programs to lead the design, implementation, and management of global compensation strategies across a fast-paced, high growth landscape. This role will ensure our compensation programs are competitive, equitable, and aligned with business objectives, enabling us to attract, retain, and motivate top talent in a highly competitive market. 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: Lead the strategy, design, and execution of global compensation programs, including base pay, incentives, and equity Oversee end-to-end compensation operations, including annual cycles (merit, bonus, promotions, equity refresh) and incentive plan management Drive market competitiveness and pay equity through benchmarking, analytics, and continuous program evaluation Ensure compliance with compensation regulations while monitoring industry trends and evolving best practices Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven insights, while building and leading a high-performing compensation team Who you are: 10+ years of progressive compensation experience, including leadership roles and global or multi-region program management Deep expertise in compensation design, job architecture, and incentive programs Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into business decisions Strategic mindset with strong business acumen and the ability to influence senior leaders Excellent leadership, communication, and execution skills,

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