Open Source Program Developer

📋 Description

• • As a key member of Datadog's Open Source Program Office (OSPO), you will play a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing Datadog's engagement with the open-source ecosystem. This position is central to our commitment to open source, which permeates our company culture and product development, from our core Agent and tracers to our extensive libraries and SDKs.
• • Your primary focus will be on the strategic development and maintenance of tools designed to streamline how our engineers interact with both internal and external open-source projects. This includes facilitating the building, releasing, and ingesting of open-source software, ensuring efficiency and compliance across the organization.
• • You will be instrumental in creating comprehensive developer-facing documentation and engaging training materials. These resources will empower our engineers to effectively contribute to open-source projects and expertly maintain existing ones, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and best practices.
• • A significant aspect of this role involves acting as a bridge between Datadog and the broader open-source communities. You will actively engage with these communities to gain a deep understanding of emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities, ensuring Datadog remains at the forefront of open-source innovation.
• • You will develop sophisticated tools to automate the analysis and reporting of trends and statistics within open-source repositories. This data-driven approach will provide valuable insights into our open-source footprint and community engagement.
• • You will interface directly with candidates and recipients of the Datadog Open Source Partner program. This involves carefully selecting new projects to support and ensuring the program's continued relevance and impact, aligning with Datadog's strategic goals.
• • A core responsibility includes researching and authoring compelling content for the Datadog Open Source Hub. This platform serves as a central resource for information, updates, and insights related to Datadog's open-source initiatives.
• • You will contribute directly to Datadog's product development by providing valuable feedback, identifying bugs, suggesting product enhancements, and potentially contributing code or documentation to relevant projects.
• • This role requires a proactive and collaborative approach, working closely with various engineering teams, legal, and community managers to ensure seamless integration and adherence to open-source best practices and policies.
• • You will help foster a positive and productive relationship between Datadog and the open-source world, enhancing our reputation and impact within these vital communities.
• • The position offers a unique opportunity to influence Datadog's open-source strategy and execution, making a tangible impact on both internal developer productivity and external community relations.
• • You will be a champion for open source within Datadog, advocating for its benefits and helping to embed its principles into our daily operations and long-term vision.
• • This role is ideal for someone passionate about open source, skilled in software development, and eager to build tools and foster communities that drive innovation and collaboration.
• • You will contribute to the development of policies and guidelines that govern Datadog's use and contribution to open-source software, ensuring legal compliance and strategic alignment.
• • The opportunity to work remotely from France provides flexibility and the chance to be part of a globally distributed team, contributing to Datadog's worldwide open-source efforts.
• • You will gain exposure to a wide array of open-source technologies and methodologies, continuously expanding your knowledge and skill set in a dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
• • Your work will directly support Datadog's mission to enable digital transformation and solve complexity in the cloud age by leveraging the power of open source.
• • You will be part of a company that values diversity, professional development, and a collaborative, people-first culture, making this a rewarding and growth-oriented position.