Senior Engineer, Cloud Native – AI Detection and Response

CrowdStrike

Senior cloud engineer building scalable AI security services for CrowdStrike, a global cybersecurity leader. Designing microservices and cloud-native platforms that protect organizations from sophisticated AI threats.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeSunnyvale • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $215,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting and building scalable AI Detection and Response cloud services, with a strong focus on microservices, cloud-native development, and operational excellence. Proficient in mentoring teams on secure coding practices and implementing comprehensive testing methodologies.

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Microservices DevelopmentCloud-Native Programming (Go, Python, Java)Cloud Architecture ExpertiseDistributed Systems DebuggingAPI Technologies (REST, gRPC)

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentMicroservicesCloud-Native EnvironmentsAlgorithmsData StructuresPostgreSQLRedisDockerKubernetesCloud Monitoring Tools

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringProblem SolvingRoot Cause AnalysisOperational Excellence

Tools & Technologies

AWSOCIGCPAzureKafkaPulsarSplunkAPI GatewayMS Copilot EcosystemMS Agent Studio

Industry Keywords

AI SecurityReal-Time Data ProcessingCybersecurityCloud ServicesEnterprise-Grade Products

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityDistributed SystemsDockerGoGoogle Cloud PlatformGRPCJavaKafkaKubernetesMicroservicesPostgresPulsarPythonRedisSplunk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect and build next-generation AI Detection and Response cloud services processing millions of AI security events per second and managing petabytes of critical AI data
Architect enterprise-grade solutions scaling from thousands to millions of requests per second
Build reusable platform libraries accelerating development across multiple engineering teams
Drive operational excellence through rapid issue resolution, root cause analysis, and proactive system improvements
Collaborate across engineering teams to drive testing best practices
Design and implement scalable microservices, frameworks, and platform components
Develop comprehensive tests focused on reliability, accuracy, and performance
Conduct code and design reviews emphasizing testability, security, and scalability
Integrate with CrowdStrike ecosystem services and APIs
Analyze production root causes and implement preventive measures
Mentor team members on secure coding, testing methodologies, and cloud-native development

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of software development experience building enterprise-grade products
5+ years developing microservices in cloud-native environments
Strong computer science fundamentals, including algorithms, data structures, and distributed systems
Expertise in at least one cloud-native programming language: Go, Python, or Java
Deep understanding of cloud architectures and microservices
Experience with REST, gRPC, Protocol Buffers, or similar API technologies
Experience with PostgreSQL, Redis, or similar databases
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or similar orchestration platforms
Proven deployment experience in at least one cloud environment: AWS, OCI, GCP, or Azure
Strong debugging skills for complex distributed systems
Experience with cloud monitoring, profiling, and optimization tools
Bonus: cybersecurity or security-focused product experience
Bonus: AI/ML security knowledge
Bonus: real-time data processing systems such as Kafka, Pulsar, or Splunk
Bonus: open-source library or framework contributions
Bonus: OCI, GCP, Azure, Kubernetes, AWS, API Gateway, Golang, MS Copilot Ecosystem, MS Agent Studio, and highly scalable cloud-native AWS services experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
Paid parental and adoption leaves
Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
Health insurance
401k
Paid time off
Bonuses
Equity grants