Role Overview

Join Datadog as Manager, Commercial Sales in Seoul, South Korea, and lead our high-impact commercial account executive team. This strategic leadership role influences one of Datadog's largest business segments, introducing our proven cloud monitoring and security platform to a multi-billion dollar market. Datadog's hybrid work culture emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and work-life balance, making it the perfect environment for sales leaders who thrive in dynamic, fast-growth settings.

Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG) is the leading SaaS platform for cloud observability, infrastructure monitoring, and application security. Built by engineers for engineers, we help organizations of all sizes break down silos and solve cloud complexity. As Commercial Sales Manager, you'll drive revenue growth in South Korea's booming tech ecosystem while mentoring top talent.

Key Responsibilities at Datadog

• Motivate teams to exceed targets: Inspire account executives to consistently surpass revenue quotas in competitive SaaS markets.
• Develop accurate forecasting: Maintain precise team predictions to support strategic business planning.
• Recruit and manage talent: Build, hire, and lead high-performing sales teams focused on cloud solutions.
• Drive lead generation: Implement strategies for pipeline creation, activity standards, and outbound prospecting.
• Coach for rapid success: Onboard new hires quickly and provide ongoing performance coaching.
• Monitor sales processes: Track full-cycle sales from leads to closes and optimize with KPIs.
• Leverage sales methodologies: Train teams on MEDDIC, Command of the Message, and Datadog-specific techniques.
• Foster collaboration: Promote cross-functional partnerships and Datadog's inclusive hybrid culture.
• Scale APAC growth: Contribute to regional expansion of Datadog's observability platform.
• Champion innovation: Stay ahead in cloud monitoring, DevOps, and security sales trends.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as Commercial Sales Manager at Datadog, you'll need:

• Proven high-tech direct sales leadership experience with quota overachievement.
• Strong SaaS/cloud knowledge, including Salesforce CRM proficiency.
• Expertise in accurate team performance forecasting and pipeline management.
• Passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing sales professionals.
• Full-cycle outbound sales team management experience.
• Self-motivated thrive in high-growth, fast-changing environments.
• Drive for continuous learning and helping others grow professionally.

Datadog values diverse backgrounds and encourages passionate technologists to apply—even if you don't meet every requirement. We prioritize potential, growth mindset, and alignment with our mission to simplify cloud complexity.

Salary & Benefits

Datadog offers competitive compensation for Manager, Commercial Sales roles in Seoul, including base salary, uncapped commissions, and equity. Total on-target earnings reflect high performance potential in our lucrative SaaS market.

• High earning potential: Performance-driven commissions with top earners exceeding OTE.
• Equity package: RSUs and ESPP for long-term wealth building.
• Presidents Club: Elite rewards for quota crushers.
• Professional growth: MEDDIC training, product education, career pathing.
• Global benefits: Comprehensive package adapted for South Korea.
• Hybrid flexibility: Optimal work-life balance with office collaboration.
• Networking programs: Mentorship and Community Guilds.
• Inclusive culture: Diversity, equity, and belonging initiatives.

Why Join Datadog?

Datadog isn't just a monitoring platform—we're transforming how companies handle cloud-scale observability, DevOps, and security. In Seoul, you'll lead sales for a NASDAQ-listed leader delivering growth and profitability. Our people-first culture celebrates smart risks, innovation, and professional excellence.

Experience #DatadogLife: collaborative teams, continuous learning, and real impact on digital transformation. Whether you're passionate about cloud migration, infrastructure monitoring, or application performance management, Datadog empowers your career while you help customers conquer cloud complexity.

APAC is a cornerstone of our global expansion. Join our Seoul team to shape the future of observability sales in South Korea's tech powerhouse.

How to Apply

Ready to lead commercial sales at Datadog? Apply now for the Manager, Commercial Sales position in Seoul. Submit your resume highlighting SaaS sales leadership, team management, and cloud expertise. We'll review applications quickly—top candidates advance to interviews with our sales leadership team.

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Benefits vary by location and employment type. Datadog is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.