Principal Software Engineer — AI-Driven Endpoint Security

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc.; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

CrowdStrike is seeking a Principal Software Development Engineer (SDE) in the CTIO team to advance the Falcon Host sensor on Linux, Windows, and macOS. You will own core feature design, drive cross-platform delivery, and lead architecture discussions across sensor teams.

The role emphasizes collaboration across geographies and delivering high-impact security innovations. Responsibilities include guiding development across OS subsystems, mentoring engineers, and shaping the next generation of the

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of C/C++.
• Extensive, fundamental understanding of Linux OS internals.
• Proven experience debugging memory corruption, process contention, and performance bottlenecks.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with teams to deliver major features and releases.
• Ability to lead, mentor, communicate, collaborate in a distributed team.
• Proven experience using AI technologies to enhance decision-making and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sensor development teams on architecture and strategic initiatives.
• Conceptualize and develop new product features.
• Provide guidance for cross-platform delivery (Windows, macOS, Linux).
• Own features from design to delivery, including sprint demos.
• Engage in cross-functional collaboration across locations.

Skills

C/C++

Linux internals

Debugging memory issues

Cross-team collaboration

AI-assisted decision making

Leadership & mentoring

Tools

eBPF

Job description

CrowdStrike is seeking a Principal Software Development Engineer (SDE) in the CTIO team to advance the Falcon Host sensor on Linux, Windows, and macOS. You will own core feature design, drive cross-platform delivery, and lead architecture discussions across sensor teams.

The role emphasizes collaboration across geographies and delivering high-impact security innovations. Responsibilities include guiding development across OS subsystems, mentoring engineers, and shaping the next generation of the