Staff Research Scientist - Post-Training for Agents
About this role
Datadog is hiring a Staff Research Scientist in New York, New York or Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to drive agent post-training research as a hands-on individual contributor. This position suits an experienced researcher with a background in reinforcement learning and autonomous systems looking to shape ambitious technical programs.
Role Overview
Datadog seeks a Staff Research Scientist within the Datadog AI Research group to guide research initiatives focused on post-training and autonomous agents. The professional in this position operates as a hands-on individual contributor, advancing simulation environments, synthetic data generation, and reinforcement learning. The work supports complex real-world systems while collaborating closely with engineering and product departments to transition discoveries into production features.
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Salary and Benefits
Datadog provides a yearly salary range of $320,000 to $400,000 USD, along with an equity package and possible variable compensation. Employee benefits encompass comprehensive healthcare, dental coverage, mental health support, parental planning resources, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, and a discounted employee stock purchase plan. Actual compensation varies based on qualifications, skills, and experience.
About the Company
Datadog operates as a global SaaS business and security platform for the cloud era, breaking down silos and managing infrastructure complexity. Built by engineers for engineers, the organization helps businesses monitor entire technology stacks through cloud migration, digital transformation, and infrastructure monitoring. The company fosters a collaborative, pragmatic, and thoughtful people-first community focused on innovation and professional development.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page to complete the application process.
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Questions candidates ask
What is the salary range for the Staff Research Scientist position?
The estimated yearly salary ranges from $320,000 to $400,000 USD, with additional equity and potential variable compensation depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
Where is the job located?
The role is located in New York, New York, or Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.
What qualifications are required for this role?
Applicants must hold a PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field, or possess equivalent experience, along with deep expertise in reinforcement learning, AI agents, post-training, or generative modeling.
What benefits are provided by Datadog?
Benefits include healthcare, dental, mental health support, parental planning, a 401(k) plan with a match, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, and a discounted employee stock purchase plan.
How should I submit my application?
Candidates must apply directly on the official company careers page.