Senior Linux Sensor SDE — Hybrid

CrowdStrike

Sunnyvale (CA)

Hybrid

USD 160,000 - 250,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

CrowdStrike is seeking a Sr. Software Development Engineer on the CTIO team to advance the sensor for Linux, with cross-platform plans across Windows and macOS. You will own core features, collaborate across multiple teams, and ship in an Agile environment.

The role requires deep C/C++ knowledge, strong Linux internals understanding, and a track record of delivering major features while mentoring distributed teams. Hybrid work is supported from multiple U.S. offices.

Qualifications

  • Deep knowledge of C/C++.
  • Fundamental understanding of Linux OS internals.
  • Proven debugging of memory corruption, process contentions and bottlenecks.
  • Experience delivering major features with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to lead, mentor and collaborate across distributed teams.
  • Experience applying AI to improve decision-making and workflows.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

C/C++
Linux internals
Debugging memory issues
Performance optimization
Cross-team collaboration
AI technologies
Leadership
Mentoring
Distributed systems
eBPF

Job description

CrowdStrike is seeking a Sr. Software Development Engineer on the CTIO team to advance the sensor for Linux, with cross-platform plans across Windows and macOS. You will own core features, collaborate across multiple teams, and ship in an Agile environment.

The role requires deep C/C++ knowledge, strong Linux internals understanding, and a track record of delivering major features while mentoring distributed teams. Hybrid work is supported from multiple U.S. offices.

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