Sr Software Engineer - Distributed Systems (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. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate a culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. 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. About The Role: Build CrowdStrike's hyper-scale data lake that stops breaches and finds threats. We centralize all Falcon platform data, enabling analytics, machine learning, and threat hunting at petabyte scale. You'll architect and operate our big data ecosystem (Kubernetes, Flink, Kafka, Spark, MinIO, HDFS, Trino, Hive, Pinot, Ray) across AWS, GCP, OCI and on-premises data centers, and lead development of state-of-the-art Flink/Spark/Ray platforms on Kubernetes. NYC Metro Residents (incl. Commutable locations in New Jersey) - There is presently no NY office open but there will be in (estimated) 18-24 months. During the intervening period, your work will be entirely remote. Once an office is opened in Manhattan, you'll be expected to have some face-time in office an average of 2 days (no more than 3, max) per week. What You'll Do: Build and manage large-scale distributed data processing systems Own Flink/Spark infrastructure on Kubernetes/AWS/GPS/OCI Ensure availability, reliability, and security Solve complex distributed systems problems at scale Design and own APIs, automation, and cluster health dashboards Deploy DevOps tools: Kubernetes, Terraform, Chef, Ansible, CI/CD Enable engineers and data scientists to run jobs and extract insights Work with query systems (Trino/Presto, Jupyter Notebooks). What You'll Need: Expert-level Spark and/or Flink with Kubernetes (open source committer preferred) Strong Kubernetes/Docker experience Deep understanding of distributed systems (Iceberg, Pinot, Hive, Kafka) Proficient in Java, Kotlin, Scala or Go Experience with Kafka, AWS, Terraform, S3/MinIO or similar storage systems Proven success with distributed teams Strong communication skills. Bonus Points: Experience with real-time data streaming and event-driven architectures Knowledge of data governance, compliance, and security best practices Contributions to open-source projects (Spark, Flink, or related technologies) Experience in cybersecurity or high-stakes production environments Background in site reliability engineering or DevOps practices Advanced degree in Computer Science or related field #LI-MP2 #LI-DG1 #LI-HTF #HTF This role will require the candidate to periodically undergo and pass additional background and fingerprint check(s) consistent with government customer requirements. Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike: 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 CrowdStrike 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. CrowdStrike 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. If 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 recruiting@crowdstrike.com for further assistance. Find out more about your rights as an applicant. CrowdStrike participates in the E-Verify program. Notice of E-Verify Participation Right to Work CrowdStrike, 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. 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. For detailed information about the U.S. benefits package, please click here.