
Sr. Infrastructure Engineer - Kubernetes (Remote)
CrowdStrike · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $177,500 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Design and implement multi-cloud Kubernetes platforms.
- Optimize and maintain large-scale infrastructure reliability.
- Integrate and evaluate open-source technologies.
- Provide technical direction for Kubernetes services.
- Mentor junior engineers on infrastructure decisions.
About the role
About The Role:
CrowdStrike is hiring for a Sr. Infrastructure Engineer to help with continued global expansion of the Falcon platform. We are looking for a highly technical, hands-on Engineer with experience using several open source projects commonly found in large scale deployments. The right candidate will have in depth experience with Kubernetes, its many add-ons, Prometheus, Thanos, Alertmanager, and Grafana. Additionally, the candidate will have experience and opinions on how to ensure reliability of platforms that are operating at massive scale.
What You’ll Do:
- Design and implement scalable hybrid multi-cloud Kubernetes platform solutions using your deep expertise in cloud-native infrastructure architecture and operations at scale
- Optimize and maintain high reliability of large-scale infrastructure platform systems
- Evaluate and integrate open-source technologies into existing systems workflows
- Provide insights and technical direction for the continued evolution of Kubernetes infrastructure services
- Mentor and help develop less-senior engineers to drive collaborative technical decision-making for infrastructure choices
What You’ll Need:
- 5+ years of Kubernetes experience including management of clusters with thousands of nodes
- Prometheus
- Thanos
- Alertmanager
- Golang
- Experience with large scale, business-critical Linux environments
- Experience operating in clouds: AWS, GCP, OCI
- Experience operating in custom data centers
- Familiarity and ability to manage on call shifts
Bonus Points:
- Experience writing Kubernetes operators
- Proven ability to work effectively with both local and remote teams
- Rock solid communication skills, verbal and written
- A combination of confidence and independence…with the prudence to know when to ask for help from the rest of the team.
- Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field, such a CS, CIS or Engineering
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:
- 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:
- Kubernetes
- Cloud-native Infrastructure
- Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)
- Prometheus
- Thanos
- Alertmanager
- Grafana
- Golang
- AWS
- GCP
Skills & topics
- Sr. Infrastructure Engineer
- Kubernetes
- Remote
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Native
- AWS
- GCP
- Prometheus
- Thanos
- Alertmanager
- Golang
- SRE
- Infrastructure
- Platform Engineering
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5+ years of Kubernetes experience, Prometheus, Thanos, Alertmanager, Golang, and cloud environments (AWS, GCP, OCI).
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize experience with large-scale Linux, custom data centers, and on-call rotations.
- Demonstrate remote collaboration: Detail your proven ability to work effectively with local and remote teams.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss Kubernetes architecture, scalability, and reliability strategies.
- Highlight soft skills: Showcase your communication, independence, and collaborative spirit.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Sr. Infrastructure Engineer Kubernetes role at CrowdStrike?
- The Sr. Infrastructure Engineer Kubernetes role at CrowdStrike is a remote position, offering flexibility to work from anywhere.
- What are the primary responsibilities of the Sr. Infrastructure Engineer Kubernetes at CrowdStrike?
- The role involves designing and implementing scalable multi-cloud Kubernetes platforms, optimizing infrastructure reliability, integrating open-source technologies, and mentoring other engineers.
- What technical skills are essential for the Sr. Infrastructure Engineer Kubernetes position?
- Key technical skills include extensive Kubernetes experience (5+ years), Prometheus, Thanos, Alertmanager, Golang, and experience with AWS, GCP, and OCI cloud environments.
- Does CrowdStrike offer professional development opportunities for this role?
- Yes, CrowdStrike provides professional development opportunities for all employees, regardless of their level or role, supporting continuous learning and career growth.
- What is the compensation range for the Sr. Infrastructure Engineer Kubernetes role in the U.S.?
- The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $140,000 - $215,000 per year, with additional bonuses, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package.
- How does CrowdStrike support remote team collaboration for this role?
- CrowdStrike has a proven ability to work effectively with both local and remote teams, fostering a collaborative environment where communication is key.
- Are there specific background checks required for this role?
- Yes, this role requires the candidate to periodically undergo and pass additional background and fingerprint checks consistent with government customer requirements.
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