Role Overview

Join Datadog as a Senior Security Researcher - GenAI and become a pioneer in securing the future of AI. Datadog, the leading cloud monitoring and security platform, is seeking top talent in Portugal (remote) to track evolving threats in Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). You'll uncover vulnerabilities, develop detection content, and drive product innovations that protect customers' cloud applications. This high-impact role involves collaboration with hackers, builders, and cross-functional teams to shape AI security postures worldwide. With Datadog's hybrid model, enjoy work-life harmony while contributing to open-source projects, conference talks, and vulnerability disclosures. Perfect for offensive security experts passionate about Generative AI security, LLM vulnerabilities, and cloud observability.

Key Responsibilities at Datadog

As a Senior Security Researcher - GenAI, you'll lead transformative work in Datadog's Security Research team:

• Lead research initiatives identifying novel vulnerabilities and threats in Generative AI and LLM technologies.
• Develop and demonstrate proof-of-concept attacks and adversarial techniques for educational, defensive purposes.
• Translate findings into actionable detection content, product improvements, and engineering backlogs.
• Collaborate with product managers, detection engineers, and software teams to integrate research into Datadog’s platform.
• Share impactful research through blog posts, conference talks, and open-source contributions to build customer trust.
• Engage cloud providers and open-source communities for responsible disclosure and remediation efforts.
• Monitor AI threat landscapes to proactively enhance Datadog's security and observability features.
• Build custom tools in Python, Go, or Rust to prototype and validate security hypotheses.
• Present findings at major conferences to establish Datadog as an AI security leader.

Qualifications & Requirements

Datadog seeks researchers with hands-on experience in AI security. Key qualifications include:

• Deep understanding of Generative AI systems and vulnerabilities like prompt injection, model poisoning, and jailbreaking.
• Familiarity with OWASP Top 10 for LLMs and traditional security principles applied to AI (e.g., input validation, access control).
• Background in offensive security, penetration testing, or vulnerability research in cloud/SaaS environments.
• Proven ability to independently plan and execute research projects with stakeholder buy-in.
• Strong communication skills for documenting and presenting complex findings in blogs, talks, or reports.
• Proficiency in Python, Go, or Rust for developing research tools and proof-of-concepts.

Bonus Points: Experience in Security Research orgs, vulnerability disclosures, conference speaking, or OKR-driven environments. Datadog values passion over perfection—apply if you're eager to grow in cloud security and DevOps observability!

Salary & Benefits

Earn competitive compensation in the $120,000 - $180,000 USD range (adjusted for Portugal/remote), plus equity. Datadog offers unbeatable perks:

• New hire stock equity (RSUs) and ESPP.
• Global health insurance for family and free mental health benefits (age 6+).
• Professional development, training, and career pathing.
• Mentor/buddy programs and Community Guilds.
• Inclusion Talks and inclusive culture.
• Hybrid/remote flexibility, fitness reimbursements, commuter benefits.
• Competitive global perks tailored to Portugal.

Why Join Datadog?

Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG) is the premier cloud monitoring and security platform powering digital transformation for enterprises worldwide. Our Security Research team leads in observability, DevOps, and now GenAI security. Work with diverse hackers on real-world threats, contribute to open-source, and present at top conferences. Enjoy a people-first culture emphasizing growth, innovation, and #DatadogLife. Break silos, solve cloud complexity, and champion diversity in a profitable SaaS leader used by Fortune 500 companies.

Portugal remote roles offer hybrid harmony, tapping into Europe's tech hub while leveraging Datadog's global reach. Grow your career in AI security research, vulnerability hunting, and cloud-native security.

How to Apply

Ready to secure the AI era with Datadog? Apply now for this Senior Security Researcher - GenAI role in Portugal (remote). Submit your resume highlighting LLM security experience, research portfolio, and passion for Datadog's mission. We review applications quickly—don't miss this chance to join a high-growth team shaping cloud security. Questions? Check our careers page or Instagram @datadoghq. #Hiring #AISecurity #DatadogCareers