Software Engineer – Sensor, SaO

CrowdStrike

Entry-level engineer analyzing CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor runtime behavior with WinDbg and reverse engineering. Improving diagnostics, tooling and reliability for CrowdStrike’s cybersecurity platform.

Posted 8/24/2026full-timeRedmond • California, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in low-level software analysis, including reverse engineering and disassembly techniques, with a strong foundation in C and C++. Proven ability to communicate findings effectively and collaborate within globally distributed teams.

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C ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingWinDbgReverse EngineeringOperating System Internals

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Hard Skills

Memory ManagementData StructuresAlgorithmsDisassembly TechniquesKernel DevelopmentSystems ProgrammingAssembly LanguageAI TechnologiesPython ScriptingMalware Analysis

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAnalytical SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

GDBLLDBWindows Internals

Industry Keywords

E-Verify ProgramConcurrencyComputer ArchitectureDebugging ToolsSecurity Landscape

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze runtime behavior of complex low-level software across user mode and kernel mode on Windows, primarily through postmortem memory dump analysis in WinDbg
Use raw memory, register state and disassembly to produce precise, evidence-backed accounts of executing code behavior
Correlate analysis with source code and apply reverse engineering and disassembly techniques where symbols, source or context are incomplete
Drive investigations to accurate, well-reasoned conclusions and communicate confidence and uncertainty honestly
Partner with Sensor development teams to translate findings into concrete engineering improvements
Identify patterns across investigations and champion improvements to tooling, diagnostics, automated validation and engineering practices
Build and improve tooling, automation and analysis techniques for deep runtime analysis
Write clearly and precisely for engineering, quality and leadership audiences
Collaborate with engineering teams across multiple locations and timezones, including Sensor platform, detection and OS-specialist teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
Solid working knowledge of C and C++
Ability to read and reason about code you did not write
Good foundational knowledge of data structures and algorithms
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Comfort working with incomplete information
Genuine curiosity about operating system internals, computer architecture, memory management, concurrency, compilers and assembly
Persistence and intellectual honesty
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to take ownership of work and follow it through to resolution
Ability to communicate, collaborate, and work effectively in a globally distributed team
Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes
Ability to work in a hybrid role based in Redmond, WA or Sunnyvale, CA
U.S. work authorization requirements indicated by participation in the E-Verify program
Bonus: exposure to WinDbg, GDB, LLDB, or similar debugging tools and techniques
Bonus: coursework, internships, or personal projects involving operating system internals, kernel or driver development, systems programming, or computer architecture
Bonus: familiarity with x86-64 or ARM64 assembly and ability to read disassembly
Bonus: exposure to reverse engineering, malware analysis, or vulnerability research
Bonus: experience with Windows internals
Bonus: Python scripting experience
Bonus: interest in or experience with the security landscape

Benefits

Comp & perks

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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