Sr. Engineer, Backend - Lightning (hybrid)

CrowdStrike

Base: $140,000 - $215,000 py; bonus/equity: eligib...
Hybrid
8+ years building scalable backend systems
Deep understanding of distributed systems
Experience with golang and python programming
The role involves building high-quality systems that scale cleanly and reliably to process nearly 3 trillion events per day

Job Summary

  • The role involves building high-quality systems that scale cleanly and reliably to process nearly 3 trillion events per day.
  • CrowdStrike offers a high-trust environment where team members manage their own time and receive competitive salaries and equity.
  • Candidates do not need prior security industry experience as the company provides mentorship and training in security topics.

Matching Summary

The role involves building high-quality systems that scale cleanly and reliably to process nearly 3 trillion events per day.

Salary

Base: $140,000 - $215,000 per year; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for bonuses and equity grants; Benefits: Health insurance, 401k, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years building scalable backend systems
  • Deep understanding of distributed systems
  • Experience with Golang and Python programming
  • Experience with Kubernetes, Cassandra, Redis, Kafka
  • Cloud services experience on AWS or Azure

Nice-to-have

  • Prior experience with low-latency internet services
  • Experience building cloud-connected endpoint software
  • Background in cybersecurity and intelligence
  • Sense of humor and humility
  • Willingness to mentor junior developers

Key Requirements

  • Computer science background or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years of production backend system experience
  • Linux development and deployment experience

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