Linux Systems Engineer II - Object Storage (Remote)

CrowdStrike

116d • $100,000 - $145,000

About The Position

The CrowdStrike Technical Operations team is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Linux Systems Engineer II to support and maintain our complex multi-cloud (on premise & public) distributed systems infrastructure with a focus on a rapidly growing third party object store. The ideal candidate will have experience with hybrid cloud systems in a 24x7 production environment. You'll contribute to the design, development and implementation of a custom S3 compatible object store solution that spans across over 2,000 Linux servers. As an Engineer II, you will work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to implement solutions while developing your technical expertise and contributing to team knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Must be a United States citizen or permanent resident (clearance is not required)
• 3-5 years of professional experience working on distributed systems
• BS degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Solid understanding of Linux internals including virtual memory management, process scheduling, and storage I/O subsystems with ability to diagnose performance issues
• Familiarity with Linux performance analysis and monitoring tools and metrics collection to identify system bottlenecks
• Familiarity with storage technologies (block and object), including exposure to Kubernetes-native or AWS S3-compatible object storage solutions
• Good understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, routing protocols, and network security concepts
• Familiarity with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack) for system monitoring
• Experience using Python/Go and configuration management tools like Chef
• Strong attention to detail and ability to make sound technical decisions
• Security-conscious approach when managing systems and developing/reviewing code
• Good documentation skills and desire to improve knowledge transfer across teams
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g.: Jira, Gitlab)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with distributed, cross-functional teams
• Proactive, positive attitude that works well both independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Perform Linux engineering and administration for thousands of bare metal and virtual machines under guidance from senior team members
• Support large-scale cloud environments for clustered object storage solutions while developing proficiency with public cloud and cloud administration concepts
• Troubleshoot server hardware issues while monitoring and maintaining production environments
• Implement automation for routine tasks using IaaS model tools like Chef or Ansible following established patterns
• Configure Linux kernel parameters, file systems, and storage subsystems to support object storage performance across wide ranging hardware configurations
• Perform troubleshooting of network and storage issues using tools like tcpdump, iperf, iostat, and monitoring solutions to help maintain SLAs and SLOs
• Enhance automation tools and monitoring solutions with guidance from senior engineers
• Collaborate with internal peers and business partners to implement solutions for technical requirements, working through the full development lifecycle
• Engage with other engineers to learn and share best practices
• Support technical projects by tracking progress, managing assigned tasks, and coordinating with team dependencies
• Monitor project activities and communicate status updates to ensure schedules and priorities are met
• Identify and track issues through resolution, escalating when necessary
• Participate in on-call rotation with other team members

Benefits

• Remote-friendly and flexible work culture
• 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
• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees