Principal Analyst Relations Manager
Core
Lead strategic engagement with industry analysts across observability, AI, and cloud technologies to shape Datadog's global Analyst Relations program and inform business strategy.
Role type
Principal Analyst Relations Manager
Builds
Global analyst relations strategy and trusted relationships with firms like Gartner, Forrester, and IDC
Domain
SaaS / Observability / AI
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Global analyst relations strategy, building and scaling analyst engagement programs, crafting differentiated market narratives, leading analyst evaluation cycles, executive briefing preparation, synthesizing analyst insights
Preferred skills
Experience in Product Marketing, simplifying complex technical concepts, executive presence, cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
Gartner, Forrester, IDC
Responsibilities
Develop and drive the global analyst relations strategy across Datadog's observability and AI portfolio; Build and maintain trusted relationships with key analysts across firms such as Gartner, Forrester, and IDC; Partner with Product Management and Product Marketing to craft clear, differentiated narratives aligned to market trends; Lead strategy, preparation and execution of analyst evaluations and research cycles, ensuring high-quality submissions; Prepare senior leaders for analyst briefings with structured messaging and executive-ready materials; Synthesize analyst insights into actionable recommendations for product strategy and go-to-market alignment
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship