Senior Software Engineer, macOS Specialist

1 week, 2 days ago
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 maintain macOS agent-based integrations for system, network, and security monitoring.
  • Build observability features using native macOS technologies and system capabilities.
  • Lead new feature development from ideation and framework research through implementation and deployment.
  • Solve complex problems at the intersection of system programming, distributed telemetry, endpoint observability, and security.
  • Investigate performance bottlenecks and optimize software to minimize battery and productivity impact.
  • Influence product direction, plan high-impact projects, and mentor other engineers on macOS initiatives.
  • Develop secure and reliable data collection mechanisms that work across diverse enterprise fleets.
  • Collaborate on ensuring feature parity and operational excellence across the macOS stack.

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 launchd-managed services, inter-process communication, and macOS privacy/permission models (TCC).
  • Proficiency in C/C++, Objective-C, and/or Swift.
  • Experience with macOS build and packaging toolchains, including notarization and pkg.
  • Ability to own and deliver features in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to use AI coding tools in day-to-day workflows and evaluate AI-generated output.
  • Preferred: experience with Golang, cross-platform software, or the Windows SDK.
  • Preferred: experience with agent-based observability or monitoring software, especially long-running background agents.
  • Preferred: interest in using AI to improve software engineering practices and build AI-enabled products.

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 networking and onboarding support.
  • 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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