Sr Engineer II - SDET, NG-SIEM (Hybrid)
As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We're proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.
About the Role:
CrowdStrike is seeking a Senior-to-Principal Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) for our NG-SIEM Product Group. NG-SIEM is powered by one of the highest-scale event search and detection platforms anywhere in the cyber-security industry. In this role, you will own building and ensuring the proper operation of the distributed test and release automation that ensures the quality of this platform. The ideal candidate has a passion for ensuring software quality, developing robust test automation solutions, and leading a team of SDETs to deliver high-quality products in a fast-paced environment.
About the Product
CrowdStrike's Next-Gen SIEM is a cloud-native, real-time security information and event management solution that revolutionizes threat detection, incident response, and security operations. By leveraging the power of the CrowdStrike Falcon platform, our Next-Gen SIEM provides unparalleled visibility, advanced analytics, and automated workflows to help organizations detect and respond to threats more effectively. With its scalable and flexible architecture, our solution enables security teams to streamline their operations, reduce noise, and focus on high-priority threats, ultimately strengthening their overall security posture.
This role is hybrid, on-site in Austin, TX. Candidate will be expected to be in office, 2-3x a week.
What You'll Do:
Lead the design and development of scalable and efficient automated testing architecture
Build and guide the end-to-end release automation for all of our releasable entities
Collaborate closely with engineering teams, operations teams, release management team and various stakeholders across the organization
Act as a technical and thought leader for quality assurance practices
Thrive in hands-on coding environment, leading by example in crafting solutions with the big picture in mind
Navigate and manage ambiguity while delivering innovative solutions
If you are passionate about test automation and ready to make a significant impact in the cybersecurity space, we would like to hear from you.
What You'll Need:
Experience in building, planning and executing medium term product goals and the ability to juggle making pragmatic tradeoffs between short-time delivery needs vs long-term product goals
Extensive experience in software testing and quality assurance, with a strong focus on test automation
Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale test automation frameworks
Expert-level proficiency in one or more programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, Java, or C#
Experience with testing tools, and best practices (e.g., Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps)
In-depth knowledge of various testing methodologies: behavior, functional, performance, unit, security, contract, etc.
Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and agile methodologies
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to lead and mentor a team of SDETs
Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.
Bonus Points:
Experience with large-scale log management products, particularly those handling ingest volumes of double-digit petabytes per day
Exposure to or experience with cybersecurity products
Existing exposure to Go, Kafka, GraphQL, Kubernetes, Jenkins
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This role will require the candidate to periodically undergo and pass additional background and fingerprint check(s) consistent with government customer requirements.Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:
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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
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