Crowdstrike

Engineer III, C++ Linux Kernel (Remote, IND)

Maharashtra, India

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
CybersecurityIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Salary: Not specified

CrowdStrike is a global leader in cybersecurity, protecting organizations with its AI-native platform. They process almost 3 trillion events per day and have a significant operational footprint. The company is mission-driven and cultivates a culture of flexibility and autonomy. They are seeking talented engineers to join their team and contribute to the development of their flagship product, CrowdStrike Falcon Host.

About the Role:

CrowdStrike Falcon Host is a two-component security product: a sensor (driver) deployed on client machines and a cloud component that aggregates telemetry and correlates threats. The team is responsible for building the endpoint sensor, which deploys on Windows, Mac, and Linux.

Responsibilities

  • Work with distributed and multi-functional teams in designing and building software with cross-platform capabilities (Windows, Mac, Linux).
  • Own features from design to delivery, including participation in product demos at the end of the sprint.
  • Design and develop sensor platform modules and tools to improve sensor reliability, scalability, and debuggability.
  • Debug and diagnose customer-reported issues.

Requirements

  • Not specified

Skills

C++
Linux
Kernel
Cross-platform development
Debugging
Sensor development
Scalability
Reliability

Crowdstrike

Cloud-native endpoint security solutions provider

About Crowdstrike

CrowdStrike specializes in cybersecurity, focusing on protecting businesses from cyber threats through cloud-native endpoint security solutions. Their main product, the Falcon platform, includes services like Falcon Pro, which replaces traditional antivirus with next-generation antivirus that integrates threat intelligence, Falcon Insight for endpoint detection and response, and Falcon Device Control to manage connected devices. Unlike many competitors, CrowdStrike's services are subscription-based, allowing clients to choose different levels of protection based on their needs. The company serves a diverse clientele, including many Fortune 100 companies, and is recognized as a leader in the cybersecurity field, known for its effectiveness in threat detection and response.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$468MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Remote-friendly culture
Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements
Comprehensive health benefits + 401k plan
Paid Parental Leave, including adoption
Wellness programs
Professional development and mentorship opportunities
Open offices have stocked kitchens, coffee, soda and treats

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Lumos could challenge CrowdStrike's market share.
Recovery from last year's outage may still affect customer trust and future sales.
Pressure to demonstrate ROI by 2025 could challenge CrowdStrike's financial transparency.

Differentiation

CrowdStrike's Falcon platform offers cloud-native endpoint security solutions, a key differentiator.
The company serves 44 of the Fortune 100, showcasing its strong market presence.
CrowdStrike's proactive threat hunting sets it apart in cybersecurity threat detection.

Upsides

Partnership with SonicWall opens new SMB market segment for CrowdStrike.
Recognition as a leader in ransomware prevention boosts CrowdStrike's market credibility.
Gamified learning initiatives help address cybersecurity skills gap, benefiting future talent pipeline.

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