As a Level 2 Network Administrator at Datadog, you’ll play a key role in supporting and scaling our office network infrastructure across global locations. You’ll be responsible for maintaining reliable and secure LAN/WLAN connectivity, managing Cisco Meraki and Juniper Mist environments, and responding to escalated network issues. This role offers the opportunity to grow your expertise in cloud-managed networking while contributing to automation, documentation, and long-term infrastructure planning.

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:

Provision, configure, and support network hardware such as switches, access points, and security appliances via Meraki Dashboard and Mist Cloud. Monitor and maintain office network infrastructure across multiple locations, including troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Cisco Meraki and Juniper Mist environments. Perform network health checks and optimize performance, including firmware updates, policy tuning, and wireless coverage analysis using Meraki and Mist tools.

Who You Are:

3–5 years of experience managing enterprise LAN/WLAN networks using Cisco Meraki and Juniper Mist platforms, including configuration and troubleshooting via their cloud dashboards. Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, VLANs, DHCP, DNS, NAT, and routing protocols. Working knowledge of network security best practices, such as segmentation, firewall rules, and device access controls. Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills, with the ability to clearly communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you’re passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits and Growth: 

High income earning opportunities based on individual performance New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing Sales training in MEDDIC and Command of the Message Intradepartmental mentor and buddy program for in-house networking An inclusive company culture, ability to join our Community Guilds (Datadog employee resource groups) Access to Inclusion Talks, our Internal panel discussions Free, global Spring Health benefits for employees and dependents age 6+ Competitive global benefits Giving programs

Datadog offers a competitive salary and equity package, and may include variable compensation. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, Datadog offers a wide range of best in class, comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits for this role including healthcare, dental, parental planning, and mental health benefits, a 401(k) plan and match, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, and a discounted employee stock purchase plan.

The reasonably estimated yearly salary for this role at Datadog is:$120,000—$150,000 USD

About Datadog: 

Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG) is a global SaaS business, delivering a rare combination of growth and profitability. We are on a mission to break down silos and solve complexity in the cloud age by enabling digital transformation, cloud migration, and infrastructure monitoring of our customers’ entire technology stacks. Built by engineers, for engineers, Datadog is used by organizations of all sizes across a wide range of industries. Together, we champion professional development, diversity of thought, innovation, and work excellence to empower continuous growth. Join the pack and become part of a collaborative, pragmatic, and thoughtful people-first community where we solve tough problems, take smart risks, and celebrate one another. Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Datadog Learning Center.

Equal Opportunity at Datadog:

Datadog is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to offer equal employment opportunity to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and more. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Here are our Candidate Legal Notices for your reference.

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