Sr. Engineer - Sensor SDET, Endpoint (Remote)

CrowdStrike

65d • $140,000 - $215,000

About The Position

CrowdStrike is seeking an experienced Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) for our Endpoint Protection Product (EPP) sensor engineering team. As key contributors to the team, SDETs leverage their strong software development skills to architect and implement sophisticated testing frameworks, automated tools, and specialized test harnesses. You'll ensure our quality standards are met across all new capabilities while actively participating in technical design discussions and code reviews. Working closely with development teams, you'll help ensure robust end-to-end endpoint protection functionality. We're seeking talented engineers who thrive on technical challenges and take ownership of their work, contributing to our culture where quality is paramount. Work on our endpoint product that is embedded deeply into the operating systems we protect. Help us build a world-class endpoint security product that delivers an efficient, reliable, seamless experience to our customers.

Requirements

• 7+ years of hands-on SDET/test automation development experience.
• Computer science degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong programming skills in Python and ability to read & understand C/C++ code.
• Extensive experience with white-box testing techniques and code review.
• Experience with CI/CD frameworks and testing methodologies.
• Knowledge of Windows OS internals, components, and APIs.
• Experience with performance profiling tools and crash dump analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement comprehensive test strategies.
• Ability to lead and mentor team members.
• Ability to work effectively in a globally distributed team.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to various audiences.
• Proven track record in product development and release cycles.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience testing security products, endpoint agents, or EDR solutions.
• Prior experience working with low-level code, or any Mac/Win/Linux module development.
• Knowledge of low-level operating system internals, components, APIs, and design for one or more of our supported platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux).
• Understanding Event Driven architecture and cloud native technologies.
• Experience developing 24/7 enterprise software, including CI, testing, debugging, performance tracing, release management, telemetry analysis and issue handling.

Responsibilities

• Automating test processes for speed, reproducibility, and scalability.
• Building integration tests, system tests, performance tests, unit tests and more.
• Reviewing feature code and discerning the quality regarding functional and non-functional requirements.
• Breaking software systems in creative and useful ways.
• Collaborating both within and across teams to deliver quality software.
• Thriving with responsibility, challenges, and aggressive goals.
• Building elegant, robust, and reliable solutions for complex technical problems.
• Analyzing complex sensor software features, and building effective test strategies and test designs.
• Extending our existing codebase utilizing Python, C++, and other tools and DSLs to increase the testability and debuggability of sensor code.
• Designing and implementing specialized tests for system-wide qualities including performance, scalability, compatibility across multiple OS platforms.
• Debugging complex sensor issues found through testing or customer cases to identify root cause and enhance test coverage.
• Leading rigorous product and test code reviews with an eye towards improving the security and robustness of the sensor system.

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: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees