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CrowdStrike

. Lead backend engineering efforts from rapid prototypes to large-scale applications across CrowdStrike products .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend development, distributed systems, and cloud-based architecture, with a strong focus on scalability, performance, and engineering best practices. Proven ability to mentor teams, lead projects, and contribute to open-source initiatives while delivering high-quality software in a collaborative environment.

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Backend Development ExperienceDistributed Systems ExpertiseCloud-Based Systems ArchitectureAI Technologies UtilizationEngineering Best Practices

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Hard Skills

Backend DevelopmentDistributed SystemsScalabilityMulti-ThreadingConcurrencyParallel ProcessingTesting ParadigmsContinuous IntegrationUnit TestingCode Review

Soft Skills

Team PlayerCollaborative ApproachMentoring

Tools & Technologies

GoAWSGCPKafkaElasticsearchSpiceDBOpenFGAZanzibarSAMLOAuth

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityCyber Threat IntelligenceOpen SourceUser ExperienceResilient Architecture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudCyber SecurityDistributed SystemsElasticSearchGoogle Cloud PlatformKafkaOpen SourceGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead backend engineering efforts from rapid prototypes to large-scale applications across CrowdStrike products
Leverage and build cloud-based systems to detect targeted attacks and automate cyber threat intelligence production at global scale
Brainstorm, define, and build collaboratively with members across multiple teams
Champion new technologies and techniques while raising the technical IQ of the team
Mentor and be mentored on web, backend, and data storage technologies and systems
Re-evaluate products to improve architecture, knowledge models, user experience, performance, and stability
Take ownership of deliverables and remain accountable for outcomes
Use and contribute to the open-source community

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Computer Science (or commensurate experience in data structures/algorithms/distributed systems)
6+ years of backend development experience
Ability to scale backend systems, including sharding, partitioning, and horizontal scaling
Deep understanding of distributed systems and scalability challenges
Deep understanding of multi-threading, concurrency, and parallel processing technologies
Thorough understanding of engineering best practices, testing paradigms, peer code reviews, and resilient architecture
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, test-driven, collaborative, and iterative programming environment
Ability to meet commitments on time and produce high-quality software that is unit tested, code reviewed, and checked in regularly for continuous integration
Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency, and drive business outcomes
Team player skills and collaborative approach
Bonus: Authored and led successful open source libraries and projects
Bonus: Existing exposure to Go, AWS, GCP, SpiceDB/OpenFGA/Zanzibar, Kafka, Elasticsearch
Bonus: Familiarity with SAML, OAuth, SSO, OIDC, JWT
Bonus: Prior experience in cybersecurity or intelligence fields

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