Sr. Engineer - Linux Sensor SDET (Hybrid)

As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward.

About The Role

CrowdStrike Falcon is a two-component security product. One component is a sensor, which is a lightweight agent installed on client machines that observes system activity. When the sensor recognizes malicious behavior, then it provides on-box prevention capability and remote telemetry to the Falcon cloud. The cloud component aggregates sensor telemetry for each customer’s network, can correlate malicious behavior across multiple machines, and presents our customers with a prioritized summary of the threats detected in their environments.

This is a software tooling role focused on the delivery of our sensor on Linux platforms. Our tools engineers own development of our test pipelines, Linux distro provisioning, and work closely with the product engineering teams. As a tools engineer, you will use your strong technical ability to drive quality and velocity across many different Linux tools, frameworks and pipelines.

Location: This role is hybrid, requiring 2-3 days per week on-site at one of the posted locations.

Responsibilities

• Define, build, and maintain tools to improve scale and efficiency in our product development and validation processes.
• Support and improve existing tools for Linux sensor build and testing.
• Drive continuous improvement in our automation and CI/CD tools.
• Drive and own improvements in compatibility and product quality coverage.

Requirements

• Expert Python knowledge
• Advanced knowledge of Jenkins development, operations and debugging
• Advanced knowledge of building test pipelines and strategies
• Experience with multiple Linux distributions (RHEL, Ubuntu, SUSE, etc.), kernel versions (2.6.x through 7.x+), and production OS combinations. Note: Our extensive support matrix requires solving complex compatibility challenges.
• Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.
• Fluency with CLI tools in the Linux environment (GNU / Posix command line tools)
• BS degree in Computer Science and/or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years experience or greater in software engineering, quality engineering, or configuration management.
• 10+ years or greater of software development experience in Python and/or C/C++.
• Able to communicate, collaborate, and work effectively in a globally distributed team.

Benefits

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards
• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
• Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
• Paid parental and adoption leaves
• Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

Pay

The base salary range for this position for all U.S. candidates is $140,000 - $215,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off.

Schedule

This role is hybrid, requiring 2-3 days per week on-site.