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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: \nWe're seeking a 10+ years of experience, highly skilled Senior Engineer to join our Falcon Exposure Management (FEM) team at CrowdStrike. You'll design and develop scalable backend services, data pipelines, and assessment capabilities that help organizations discover, assess, and manage their exposure and risk. You'll work on a globally distributed, fault-tolerant cloud ecosystem that processes high-volume data and delivers actionable insights. \nWhat You'll Do:\nDesign and develop scalable backend services, APIs, and microservices that power assessment and exposure management capabilities\nResearch, analyze, and develop assessment content and logic that evaluates organizational exposure against industry standards\nHandle customer escalations to identify and resolve assessment findings\nMap assessment content to relevant compliance frameworks\nDesign and implement data pipelines and ETL processes to ingest, normalize, and correlate data at scale\nBuild robust data processing systems to integrate assessment logic with multiple data sources and third-party providers\nDesign and implement database solutions using RDBMS/SQL, NoSQL databases, and distributed caching solutions\nTroubleshoot complex distributed architectures, identify performance issues, and optimize system reliability\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions and contribute to technical decisions\nOwn end-to-end technical delivery from design through production deployment\nUtilize AI technologies and LLMs to enhance workflows, streamline development, and improve engineering efficiency\nWhat You'll Need:\n10+ years of production experience building and maintaining large-scale distributed systems\nAdvanced programming expertise in object-oriented languages (Golang, Python, Java, or similar)\nProven microservices experience with designing scalable REST APIs and distributed communication patterns\nExperience with container technology and/or Kubernetes\nStrong cloud infrastructure knowledge\nSolid distributed systems understanding (concurrency, parallel processing, scalability)\nMessage queue proficiency (Kafka or similar)\nDatabase versatility across RDBMS/SQL, distributed data stores, and caching solutions\nSystem troubleshooting expertise for complex distributed architectures\nEngineering best practices (testing, code reviews, resilient architecture design)\nSolid foundation in algorithms, data structures and technical problem-solving.\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent professional experience\nProven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making and streamline workflows\nResearch mindset with knowledge of authoritative sources for security configuration guidance\nAbility to work independently and in a team environment\nExcellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills with ability to convey complex technical concepts\nProvide influential insights across multiple teams\nBonus Points:\nPractical experience with Golang, Cassandra, Kafka, Elasticsearch, or Redis\nPrior experience in cybersecurity, vulnerability management, or compliance domains\nExperience building data platforms at scale, including distributed ETLs and data pipelines\nMachine learning or AI implementation experience\nWorking knowledge of LLMs and agentic workflows\nBenefits of Working at CrowdStrike:\nMarket leader in compensation and equity awards\nComprehensive physical and mental wellness programs\nCompetitive vacation and holidays for recharge\nPaid parental and adoption leaves\nProfessional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role\nEmployee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections\nVibrant office culture with world class amenities\nGreat Place to Work Certified™ across the globe \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. 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