Stefan Marx

Director Platform Strategy at Datadog

Cologne Bonn Region

About

In the past years I dealt with very different technologies like Java Enterprise and Web based application, ERP software and specialized Solutions based on PHP and Node.Js. I helped getting those systems designed, implemented and improved. But I'm always interested in understanding the peoples requests and demands behind those solutions because I strongly believe that a good and complete understanding of the "Problems too solve" is the best way to find and validate the Solutions. This is one of the key goals I worked on in different roles inculding beeing an external Consultant and coach, Software and Solutions Architect and Product Manager for a large Framework supporting market leading APM Solutions. There is always more then one simple answer to any problem, but the first question should always ask about the problem and it's different facets. I'm highly motivated by working with people and technology. This combination can drive success and value for businesses. "Every IT Solution should solve a human 'problem' or simplify it's solutions."

Experience

  • Datadog (7 yrs 8 mos)
    • Senior Director Platform Strategy
      Mar 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 5 mos

      Responsible for scouting and technical evaluation of potential additions to the Datadog platform.

    • Director Product Managment
      Dec 2018 - Present · 7 yrs 8 mos

    • Director Platform Strategy
      Oct 2019 - Mar 2023 · 3 yrs 6 mos

      Responsible for scouting and technical evaluation of potential additions to the Datadog platform.

  • AppDynamics (5 yrs 4 mos)
    • Director Solution Architecture EMEA
      Sep 2016 - Dec 2018 · 2 yrs 4 mos

      I'm responsible for service delivery, Architects and technical account management in EMEA and ROW. Customer Success is our goal which include Workshops, Architecture plans, Implementation Projects, custom development and Adoption.

    • Manager, Enablement & Adoption, EMEA & ROW
      Jan 2014 - Sep 2016 · 2 yrs 9 mos

      I'm responsible for service delivery, Architects and technical account management in EMEA and ROW. Customer Success is our goal which include Workshops, Architecture plans, Implementation Projects, custom development and Adoption.

    • SWAT Architect
      Sep 2013 - Sep 2016 · 3 yrs 1 mo

      Im Responsible for developing Custom Extensions and Integrations for the AppDynamics APM Platform. Also helping customers to adopt the solution and fix their Application Performance Monitoring and Management challenges.

  • Quest Software (6 yrs 8 mos)
    • Product Manager - Forge
      Oct 2010 - Sep 2013 · 3 yrs

      I'm responsible for the develop and release of the Monitoring Plattform (Foglight) it's core services and features

    • Principal Solution Achitect
      Feb 2007 - Jan 2011 · 4 yrs

      Evangelize the use of APM Software in pre-sales and post-sales. Technology lead amongst implementation, development and customization.

  • Manager at Process Management Consulting GmbH
    Aug 2000 - Feb 2007 · 6 yrs 7 mos

    Manager and managing Consultant. Working Fields are Java Architectures, enrollment of SAP standard software (IS-U) and process management for customer service and billing processes.

  • Software Architect at CSC
    Aug 1997 - Aug 2000 · 3 yrs 1 mo

    Software Architect and consultant as an specialist for Java and Java-Enterprise applications and architectures.