Senior Software Engineer, macOS Specialist

1 hour, 49 minutes ago
Full-time
Senior
Software Development
Datadog

Datadog

Datadog is the go-to monitoring platform for cloud applications, providing a complete suite of services to ensure optimal performance and user satisfaction.

IT Services
5K-10K
Founded 2010

Description

  • Design, implement, and own macOS agent-based integrations that collect system, network, and security telemetry.
  • Build observability features using native macOS system technologies and platform capabilities.
  • Lead end-to-end feature development from ideation and research through implementation and deployment across enterprise fleets.
  • Solve complex problems at the intersection of system programming, distributed telemetry, endpoint observability, and security.
  • Investigate bottlenecks and optimize software to minimize battery and productivity impact.
  • Influence product direction, plan high-impact projects, and mentor other engineers on macOS initiatives.
  • Work closely with Apple framework changes and align solutions with evolving macOS platform architecture.
  • Develop secure and reliable data collection mechanisms deeply integrated with the operating system.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience building systems-level applications and tooling.
  • Strong understanding of OS internals, system architecture, and runtime behavior.
  • Proven track record of shipping software on macOS at scale.
  • Hands-on experience with native macOS APIs and system-level capabilities.
  • Experience with system-level macOS services such as LaunchDaemons or LaunchAgents, inter-process communication, and TCC privacy/permission models.
  • Proficiency in C/C++, Objective-C, and/or Swift.
  • Experience with macOS build and packaging toolchains such as notarization and pkg.
  • Proven ability to own and deliver features in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
  • Motivation to solve problems for IT Ops and Help Desk teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to use AI coding tools in day-to-day workflows and evaluate AI-generated output.
  • Experience with Golang, the primary language of the Datadog Agent, is a plus.
  • Experience developing cross-platform software, including exposure to the Windows SDK, is a plus.
  • Experience with agent-based observability or monitoring software, especially long-running background agents, is a plus.
  • Interest in using AI to improve software engineering practices and build AI-enabled products is a plus.

Benefits

  • New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).
  • Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing.
  • Intradepartmental mentor and buddy program for in-house networking.
  • Inclusive company culture with access to Community Guilds employee resource groups.
  • Access to Inclusion Talks and internal panel discussions.
  • Free global mental health benefits for employees and dependents age 6+.
  • Competitive global benefits.
  • Hybrid workplace with work-life harmony and remote flexibility.

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