Data Engineer III
CrowdStrike
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About CrowdStrike
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 also a mission-driven company, cultivating a culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. 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
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Software Engineer for the Data Security Product Group with expertise in analyzing large volumes of data, developing classification engines, and extracting actionable insights for our customers. This Data Engineer III role combines analytical expertise with software engineering skills to enhance our data classification capabilities.
About The Product: CrowdStrike Falcon
CrowdStrike Falcon is a comprehensive security solution consisting of two key components:
- A lightweight "sensor" agent installed on client machines that observes system activity, recognizes malicious behavior, provides on-box prevention, and sends telemetry to the Falcon cloud.
- A cloud component that aggregates sensor telemetry across customer networks, correlates malicious behavior across multiple machines, and presents prioritized threat summaries to customer operations teams.
What You'll Do
- Take full responsibility for data classification engine logic, creating detection mechanisms for various types of sensitive data.
- Research and design innovative detection approaches using big data and ML algorithms.
- Develop and implement monitoring tools to ensure data classification system effectiveness, automating KPI evaluation processes.
- Perform data validation and ensure product data integrity.
- Utilize data analysis techniques to support internal decision-making, including R&D efforts, visibility expansions, and data integrations.
- Design, develop, and maintain software components for data classification systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate classification capabilities into the broader Falcon platform.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices.
What You'll Need
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in software development or data analysis/science roles.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking, and detail-oriented mindset.
- Strong proficiency in SQL (mandatory) and experience working with large datasets.
- Experience with cloud data warehouses and data processing frameworks.
- Proficiency in pattern matching techniques.
- Programming experience in Python, Java, or similar languages.
- Experience with Kibana or equivalent data visualization tools.
- Familiarity with data analysis in scripting environments such as Python or R.
- Knowledge of machine learning concepts and applications to data classification.
- Develop and implement monitoring tools to ensure the effectiveness of our data classification system, automating KPI evaluation processes.
- Strong communication and presentation skills with ability to collaborate effectively across all management levels.
- Utilize data analysis techniques to support internal decision-making processes, including research and development efforts, visibility expansions, and data integrations.
- Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Benefits Of Working At CrowdStrike
- 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.
Key skills/competency
- Data Classification
- Machine Learning
- Big Data Analytics
- SQL Proficiency
- Python/Java Development
- Cloud Data Warehouses
- Data Integrity
- Distributed Systems
- Pattern Matching
- Cybersecurity
How to Get Hired at CrowdStrike
- Research CrowdStrike's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your expertise in data engineering, machine learning, and cybersecurity for the Data Engineer III role.
- Showcase technical skills: Demonstrate strong proficiency in SQL, Python/Java, big data processing, and cloud data warehouses.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Focus on examples of problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision-making.
- Understand CrowdStrike Falcon: Familiarize yourself with CrowdStrike's products and how data classification fits into their cybersecurity solutions.
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