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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. We're proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.\nAbout The Role:\nCrowdStrike's Falcon sensor runs on millions of endpoints globally, protecting more than half of the Fortune 500 companies. It's a high-performance, lightweight agent that detects and prevents sophisticated threats in real-time. It's one of the most widely deployed security platforms in the world, running across every major OS and architecture.\nWe're looking for a Software Engineer to build the development infrastructure that powers this massive-scale, cross-platform system. You'll architect the test frameworks, deployment pipelines, and developer tools that enable our sensor teams to ship production code faster and more reliably. Think of this as building the platform that builds the platform - solving complex challenges, creating frameworks and tools that eliminate friction at scale.\nThis role sits at the intersection of systems programming, developer productivity, and production infrastructure. You'll work in Python (primarily) with touches of C/C++ when needed, solving problems like: How do we build and test across 10+ OS/architecture combinations in minutes? How do we give developers instant feedback on cross-platform compatibility? How can we make sensor developer’s lives better? How do we deploy sensor updates to millions of endpoints with zero downtime?\nLocation:\nThis role is hybrid, requiring 2x days per week on-site at one of the posted locations.\nWhat You'll Do:\nBuild production-grade systems that power cross-platform sensor development across Windows, Linux, and macOS\nArchitect test and release infrastructure that handles dependency management and fast, reliable builds at scale\nDesign developer-facing APIs and tools that abstract away platform complexity and accelerate feature velocity\nEngineer CI systems that provide fast feedback loops and enable confident, frequent merges\nDrive platform evolution by identifying bottlenecks, prototyping solutions, and shipping improvements that measurably improve developer productivity\nCollaborate with sensor teams to understand their workflows and build leverage points that multiply their effectiveness\nWhat You'll Need:\n5+ years building production systems with focus on platform engineering, test frameworks, developer tools, or systems programming\nExtensive Python expertise \nCross-platform development experience - you've dealt with the reality of Windows/Linux/macOS differences\nTest framework experience - you understand test frameworks and the complexity involved to make them robust, reliable, backwards compatible, and work on all platforms\nCollaboration skills - you can work with distributed teams and translate needs into technical solutions\nExperience with GenAI-assisted development workflows or building AI-powered developer tools\nProven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.\nBonus Points:\nC/C++ experience for low-level system integration\nCI platform architecture (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar at scale)\nTrack record of measurably improving developer productivity (e.g., \"reduced build times by 60%,\" \"eliminated 80% of cross-platform bugs pre-merge\")\nBenefits of Working at CrowdStrike:\nMarket leader in compensation and equity awards\n\nComprehensive physical and mental wellness programs\n\nCompetitive vacation and holidays for recharge\n\nPaid parental and adoption leaves\n\nProfessional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role\n\nEmployee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections\n\nVibrant office culture with world class amenities\n\nGreat Place to Work Certified™ across the globe\n\nCrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.\nCrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements.\nIf you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at  for further assistance.\nFind out more about your rights as an applicant.\nCrowdStrike participates in the E-Verify program.\nNotice of E-Verify Participation\nRight to Work\nCrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the pay range is dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location. 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