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Senior Linux Systems Engineer – Object Storage
CrowdStrikeSenior Linux engineer designing and operating distributed object storage across 3,000+ servers. Supporting CrowdStrike’s AI-native cybersecurity platform through automation, performance optimization, and technical leadership.
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Linux engineering and administration, with a strong focus on performance analysis, automation, and large-scale distributed systems. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and utilizing advanced tools for monitoring, troubleshooting, and project management.
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Linux Internals ExpertiseAutomation Using Python/GoKubernetes-Native Object StoragePerformance Analysis ToolsProject Management with Jira
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Hard Skills
Linux EngineeringCloud Environment EngineeringKernel-Level Performance DiagnosisNetworking FundamentalsStorage TechnologiesScripting for AutomationPerformance MonitoringTroubleshooting Complex IssuesDistributed Systems ExperienceSecurity Management
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsCollaboration with Cross-Functional TeamsLeadership in Technical Teams
Tools & Technologies
ChefAnsiblePrometheusGrafanaELK StackJiraGitlabTcpdumpIperfIostat
Industry Keywords
IaaS ModelObject Storage SolutionsVirtual MachinesProduction EnvironmentAI Technologies
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAnsibleAWSChefCloudDistributed SystemsGoGrafanaKubernetesLinuxPrometheusPythonTCP/IP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Perform Linux engineering and administration for thousands of bare metal and virtual machines
- Engineer large-scale cloud environments for clustered object storage solutions
- Troubleshoot server hardware issues while monitoring, maintaining, and operating a production environment
- Automate complex routine tasks and deploy using an IaaS model with tools like Chef or Ansible
- Configure and optimize Linux kernel parameters, file systems, and storage subsystems to maximize object storage performance
- Perform deep-dive troubleshooting of complex network and storage issues using tcpdump, iperf, iostat, and custom monitoring solutions
- Write complex scripts and programs for automation, tools, frameworks, dashboards, and alarms
- Analyze requirements and craft robust, reliable solutions with internal peers and business partners
- Collaborate with engineers to disseminate best practices and share new technologies
- Spearhead technical teams, manage project timelines, and track inter-team dependencies
- Track project activities and ensure schedules and priorities are met
- Identify, track, resolve, and escalate critical issues
- Develop tools with leadership to analyze and forecast organic and surge-based growth
- Represent the development team as a technical leader across workgroups
- Share on-call rotation with other team members
Requirements
What you’ll need- US Citizen or Green Card holder
- 7+ years of professional experience working on large scale, distributed systems
- BS/MS degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent work experience)
- Extensive expertise in Linux internals including virtual memory management, process scheduling, and storage I/O subsystems
- Proven ability to diagnose and resolve kernel-level performance issues
- Proficiency with Linux performance analysis and monitoring tools and/or custom metrics collection
- Experience with on-premise storage (block and object) technologies
- Hands-on usage with Kubernetes-native, AWS S3-compatible object storage solutions
- Strong networking fundamentals with hands-on experience in TCP/IP, routing protocols, network security, and/or high-bandwidth data transfer optimization
- Proficient with Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK stack
- Automation experience using Python/Go scripting and Chef config management
- Strong focus on security when managing systems and/or developing/reviewing code
- Proficiency in project and program tooling such as Jira and Gitlab
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with professionally distributed, cross-functional teams spanning multiple divisions around the globe
- Travel 2-3 business related trips per year for group meetings
- Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes
- Periodically undergo and pass additional background and fingerprint checks consistent with government customer requirements
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
- Bonuses
- Equity grants
- Health insurance
- 401k
- Paid time off