Senior SDE, Sensor Platform (Linux/Windows/macOS)

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc.

Redmond (WA)

On-site

USD 160,000 - 250,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Software Development Engineer to advance the Falcon Host sensor across Linux, Windows and macOS. You will own core features, drive cross‑platform delivery, and collaborate with distributed teams to ship high‑impact security software.

Join a mission‑driven environment leveraging AI to accelerate execution, improve threat detection, and deliver scalable security solutions for diverse customers worldwide.

Qualifications

  • Deep knowledge of C/C++ and OS internals across Linux/Windows/macOS.
  • Experience debugging memory corruption, process contentions, and bottlenecks.
  • Proven track record delivering major features in distributed teams.
  • Ability to lead, mentor, and communicate across a geographically distributed team.
  • Experience applying AI technologies to streamline workflows and decisions.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with sensor development teams on architecture and strategy.
  • Conceptualize and develop new product features for cross‑platform delivery.
  • Guide design and implementation for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
  • Own features from design to delivery, including sprint demos.
  • Engage with cross‑functional teams across locations.

Skills

C/C++
OS internals
Memory debugging
Performance tuning
Cross-functional collaboration
AI-driven decision making

Tools

eBPF

Job description

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Software Development Engineer to advance the Falcon Host sensor across Linux, Windows and macOS. You will own core features, drive cross‑platform delivery, and collaborate with distributed teams to ship high‑impact security software.

Join a mission‑driven environment leveraging AI to accelerate execution, improve threat detection, and deliver scalable security solutions for diverse customers worldwide.

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