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Relu D., Datadog developer for hire
Relu D.

Freelance Datadog developer in Romania

Backend software engineer with 4+ years of experience in Java and distributed systems architectures.

Fernando C., Datadog freelance programmer
Fernando C.

Freelance Datadog developer in the United Kingdom

Hi, I'm currently working for Tarabut Gateway (Bahrain based company). I'm looking for a company that has complex problems to be solved and that I can do real contributions to that. I hope that you like my CV and we can talk soon. I have a lot of experience to drive solutions to production from scratch. I'm looking for a leadership position that I can drive solutions and I can really impact in the technology and product view.

Bruno N., freelance Datadog developer
Bruno N.

Freelance Datadog developer in Portugal

I've been making software professionally since 2008 and for fun since I was a kid. Since 2018, I have been building microservices using Golang to run on the clouds at Mach speed. I had some leadership roles in my career, but I never stopped programming. My preferred measurement unit is requests per second :)

Gerry W., freelance Datadog developer
Gerry W.

Freelance Datadog developer in the United States

I am a collaborative, fun, gregarious, and little-to-no-ego, hands-on true full stack software engineer (front, back, devops, and observability). I am an empathetic, friendly, creative, and pragmatic problem-solver with proven abilities to thrive in a fast-paced, technically challenging environment. My robust business background gives me the ability to provide mature analysis to current problems.

Carlos G., freelance Datadog programmer
Carlos G.

Freelance Datadog developer in Spain

Experienced Python Developer with a strong background in software and data engineering across finance, logistics, and e-commerce sectors. Proficient in SQL, AWS, and full-stack development, with a proven track record of optimizing operations and deploying scalable AI solutions. Adept at data analysis, problem-solving, and driving impactful business results.

Siva S., Datadog developer for hire
Siva S.

Datadog developer in the United Kingdom

A full stack developer by ability, JavaScript developer by heart. Concurs with the statement - **If something can be written in JavaScript, it will be written in JavaScript :)** Worked with ReactJS, Angular, NodeJS, MongoDB, Apache Kafka, Kubernetes. Interested in mentoring juniors and enjoys pair programming. Have hands-on experience with Microservices, Kubernetes. Built scalable solutions using Apache-Kafka that serves millions of customers. Tried his hands into entrepreneurship and got his fingers burnt. Was the Lead, Web Solutions for the company Spark n'​ Beyond which he was running with his friends for 2.5 years. It all started as a fresher out of university, who joined in Sapient as a C# developer in the year 2010. Has experience in the following: **Skills:** JavaScript, Node JS, Microservices, Kafka, HTML, CSS, Responsive Web Development, Webpage Optimisation **Frameworks & Libraries:** ReactJS, React Native, Angular 2+, Redux, AngularJS, Ember.js, Next.js **Tools:** Git, Webpack, Grunt, Gulp **Github Link:** [https://github.com/subramaniashiva](https://github.com/subramaniashiva) **StackOverflow link:** [http://stackoverflow.com/users/3318119/siva](http://stackoverflow.com/users/3318119/siva)

Alejandra B., Datadog freelance coder
Alejandra B.

Freelance Datadog developer in Spain

Hii! This is Alejandra 😌 I am a **freelancer** (currently based in Barcelona, Spain) that relies on the idea of living this life doing what I love, learning and keeping myself abreast of my interests, taking challenges that make me grow up, professionally and personally, without geographical limitations. When it comes to work, I take it seriously. I consider myself with an aesthetic sensibility and focused on details, organized, responsible with my commitments and schedule, fanatic of a clean and documented code aligned with the best practices, collaborative with every cross-functional task/stakeholder (mainly UX but also quality, management, support, data analytics, product, etc), familiarized at reporting status and to work with remote and distributed team members, open to share my knowledge with others and to receive feedback. **I valorize work-life balance, cool working environment and challenges.** If I will spend many hours per day on a job, let's make it worth and have fun in the process.

Michael P., Datadog freelance developer
Michael P.

Freelance Datadog developer in the United States

My focus is application developent using Ruby, Ruby on Rails, Elixir, and Phoenix. I'm stronger on the back end, but I also do front end.

Lautaro C., Datadog freelance developer
Lautaro C.

Freelance Datadog developer in Argentina

Multicultural Software Architect with over 20 years experience in industry technologies, such as backend, middleware, frontend, mobile and cloud. Research experience in blockchain, chatbot, AI and IOT. I am always passionate about learning new things. I have a high sense of responsibility for my job and love teamwork. I like to build systems and add value to users, companies or states. Fond of Artificial Intelligence with particular interest in Data Analysis, Machine Learning and Deep Learning algorithms.

Josh L., Datadog developer for hire
Josh L.

Datadog developer in the United States

Experienced Senior Cloud Application Engineer and DevOps Specialist with a proven track record in scaling infrastructure and improving system reliability. Adept at integrating cutting-edge AWS services, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, and standardizing reporting metrics to enhance operational efficiency. Key achievements include leading the successful deployment of several flagship products, supporting over 5000 international FAST channels, and contributing to a $400 million company acquisition. Passionate about continuous improvement, robust testing, and delivering high-quality software solutions. Skilled in Python, JavaScript, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and more. Committed to ensuring seamless cross-functional collaboration and exceptional user experiences.

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Why hire a Datadog developer?

In today’s world, most companies have code-based needs that require developers to help build and maintain. For instance, if your business has a website or an app, you’ll need to keep it updated to ensure you continue to provide positive user experiences. At times, you may even need to revamp your website or app. This is where hiring a developer becomes crucial.

Depending on the stage and scale of your product and services, you may need to hire a Datadog developer, multiple developers, or even a full remote developer team to help keep your business running. If you’re a startup or a company running a website, your product will likely grow out of its original skeletal structure. Hiring full-time remote Datadog developers can help keep your website up-to-date.

How do I hire Datadog developers?

To hire a Datadog developer, you need to go through a hiring process of defining your needs, posting a job description, screening resumes, conducting interviews, testing candidates’ skills, checking references, and making an offer.

Arc offers three services to help you hire Datadog developers effectively and efficiently. Hire full-time Datadog developers from a vetted candidates pool, with new options every two weeks, and pay through prepaid packages or per hire. Alternatively, hire the top 2.3% of expert freelance Datadog engineers in 72 hours, with weekly payments.

If you’re not ready to commit to the paid plans, our free job posting service is for you. By posting your job on Arc, you can reach up to 350,000 developers around the world. With that said, the free plan will not give you access to pre-vetted Datadog developers.

Furthermore, we’ve partnered with compliance and payroll platforms Deel and Remote to make paperwork and hiring across borders easier. This way, you can focus on finding the right Datadog developer for your company, and let Arc handle the logistics.

Where do I hire the best remote Datadog developers?

There are two types of platforms you can hire Datadog programmers from: general and niche marketplaces. General platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and Gigster offer a variety of non-vetted talents unlimited to developers. While you can find Datadog developers on general platforms, top tech talents generally avoid general marketplaces in order to escape bidding wars.

If you’re looking to hire the best remote Datadog developers, consider niche platforms like Arc that naturally attract and carefully vet their Datadog developers for hire. This way, you’ll save time and related hiring costs by only interviewing the most suitable remote Datadog developer candidates.

Some factors to consider when you hire Datadog developers include the platform’s specialty, developer’s geographical location, and the service’s customer support. Depending on your hiring budget, you may also want to compare the pricing and fee structure.

Make sure to list out all of the important factors when you compare and decide on which remote developer job board and platform to use to find Datadog developers for hire.

How do I write a Datadog developer job description?

Writing a good Datadog developer job description is crucial in helping you hire Datadog programmers that your company needs. A job description’s key elements include a clear job title, a brief company overview, a summary of the role, the required duties and responsibilities, and necessary and preferred experience. To attract top talent, it's also helpful to list other perks and benefits, such as flexible hours and health coverage.

Crafting a compelling job title is critical as it's the first thing that job seekers see. It should offer enough information to grab their attention and include details on the seniority level, type, and area or sub-field of the position.

Your company description should succinctly outline what makes your company unique to compete with other potential employers. The role summary for your remote Datadog developer should be concise and read like an elevator pitch for the position, while the duties and responsibilities should be outlined using bullet points that cover daily activities, tech stacks, tools, and processes used.

For a comprehensive guide on how to write an attractive job description to help you hire Datadog programmers, read our Software Engineer Job Description Guide & Templates.

What skills should I look for in a Datadog engineer?

The top five technical skills Datadog developers should possess include proficiency in programming languages, understanding data structures and algorithms, experience with databases, familiarity with version control systems, and knowledge of software testing and debugging.

Meanwhile, the top five soft skills are communication, problem-solving, time management, attention to detail, and adaptability. Effective communication is essential for coordinating with clients and team members, while problem-solving skills enable Datadog developers to analyze issues and come up with effective solutions. Time management skills are important to ensure projects are completed on schedule, while attention to detail helps to catch and correct issues before they become bigger problems. Finally, adaptability is crucial for Datadog developers to keep up with evolving technology and requirements.

What kinds of Datadog programmers are available for hire through Arc?

You can find a variety of Datadog developers for hire on Arc! At Arc, you can hire on a freelance, full-time, part-time, or contract-to-hire basis. For freelance Datadog programmers, Arc matches you with the right senior developer in roughly 72 hours. As for full-time remote Datadog developers for hire, you can expect to make a successful hire in 14 days. To extend a freelance engagement to a full-time hire, a contract-to-hire fee will apply.

In addition to a variety of engagement types, Arc also offers a wide range of developers located in different geographical locations, such as Latin America and Eastern Europe. Depending on your needs, Arc offers a global network of skilled software engineers in various different time zones and countries for you to choose from.

Lastly, our remote-ready Datadog developers for hire are all mid-level and senior-level professionals. They are ready to start coding straight away, anytime, anywhere.

Why is Arc the best choice for hiring Datadog developers?

Arc is trusted by hundreds of startups and tech companies around the world, and we’ve matched thousands of skilled Datadog developers with both freelance and full-time jobs. We’ve successfully helped Silicon Valley startups and larger tech companies like Spotify and Automattic hire Datadog developers.

Every Datadog developer for hire in our network goes through a vetting process to verify their communication abilities, remote work readiness, and technical skills (both for depth in Datadog and breadth across the greater domain). Additionally, HireAI, our GPT-4-powered AI recruiter, enables you to get instant candidate matches without searching and screening.

Not only can you expect to find the most qualified Datadog engineer on Arc, but you can also count on your account manager and the support team to make each hire a success. Enjoy a streamlined hiring experience with Arc, where we provide you with the developer you need, and take care of the logistics so you don’t need to.

How does Arc vet a developer’s Datadog skills?

Arc has a rigorous and transparent vetting process for all types of developers. To become a vetted Datadog developer for hire on Arc, developers must pass a profile screening, complete a behavioral interview, and pass a technical interview or pair programming.

While Arc has a strict vetting process for its verified Datadog developers, if you’re using Arc’s free job posting plan, you will only have access to non-vetted developers. If you’re using Arc to hire Datadog developers, you can rest assured that all remote Datadog developers have been thoroughly vetted for the high-caliber communication and technical skills you need in a successful hire.

How long does it take to find Datadog developers on Arc?

Arc pre-screens all of our remote Datadog developers before we present them to you. As such, all the remote Datadog developers you see on your Arc dashboard are interview-ready candidates who make up the top 2% of applicants who pass our technical and communication assessment. You can expect the interview process to happen within days of posting your jobs to 350,000 candidates. You can also expect to hire a freelance Datadog programmer in 72 hours, or find a full-time Datadog programmer that fits your company’s needs in 14 days.

Here’s a quote from Philip, the Director of Engineering at Chegg:

“The biggest advantage and benefit of working with Arc is the tremendous reduction in time spent sourcing quality candidates. We’re able to identify the talent in a matter of days.”

Find out more about how Arc successfully helped our partners in hiring remote Datadog developers.

How much does a freelance Datadog developer charge per hour?

Depending on the freelance developer job board you use, freelance remote Datadog developers' hourly rates can vary drastically. For instance, if you're looking on general marketplaces like Upwork and Fiverr, you can find Datadog developers for hire at as low as $10 per hour. However, high-quality freelance developers often avoid general freelance platforms like Fiverr to avoid the bidding wars.

When you hire Datadog developers through Arc, they typically charge between $60-100+/hour (USD). To get a better understanding of contract costs, check out our freelance developer rate explorer.

How much does it cost to hire a full time Datadog developer?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the medium annual wage for software developers in the U.S. was $120,730 in May 2021. What this amounts to is around $70-100 per hour. Note that this does not include the direct cost of hiring, which totals to about $4000 per new recruit, according to Glassdoor.

Your remote Datadog developer’s annual salary may differ dramatically depending on their years of experience, related technical skills, education, and country of residence. For instance, if the developer is located in Eastern Europe or Latin America, the hourly rate for developers will be around $75-95 per hour.

For more frequently asked questions on hiring Datadog developers, check out our FAQs page.

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