Senior Event Marketing Manager

Responsibilities

• Own core operational workstreams for DASH, our flagship global conference, and support its adaptation across global Summits.
• Manage key event pillars such as Expo Hall, Brand & Signage, Session Operations, or Food & Beverage from strategy through onsite delivery.
• Build and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and run-of-show documentation.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with product marketing, brand, communications, sales, and field marketing teams.
• Manage budgets, contracts, vendors, and agencies to ensure cost efficiency and seamless logistical delivery.
• Oversee onsite execution and troubleshoot real-time challenges to ensure a cohesive attendee experience.
• Define success metrics and deliver post-event insights to scale future programs.

Requirements

• 6–8+ years of experience in event marketing, conference production, or event operations.
• Proven ability to execute major components of large-scale events with 5,000+ attendees.
• Strong project management skills with experience managing multiple stakeholders and complex timelines.
• Extensive experience in vendor and agency management, including complex logistical coordination.
• Background working in a B2B or technology environment.
• Detail-oriented, execution-focused, and proactive with a solutions-driven mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• International event experience.
• CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) certification.

Benefits

• Generous and competitive benefits package.
• New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan.
• Continuous career development and pathing opportunities.
• Employee-focused onboarding and internal mentorship programs.
• Friendly and inclusive workplace culture.

About the Company

Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale. Trusted globally by Fortune 500 companies, Datadog enables businesses to move faster with clarity and confidence.