Sr. Engineer II - Windows Sensor , EUR)

7 months ago
Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
Remote
Seniority
Senior
Education
Degree
Security Clearance
Required
Posted
23 Dec 2025 (7 months ago)

Benefits

Equity Private healthcare Mental wellness programs Paid parental leave Professional development Employee networks Great Place to Work certified

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. We cultivate 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:
CrowdStrike Falcon Host is a two-component security product. One component is a “sensor”, which is a driver installed on client machines that observes system activity and recognizes malicious behavior, then provides on-box prevention capability and remote telemetry to the Falcon Host cloud. Thecloud componentaggregates sensor telemetry for each customer’s network can correlate malicious behavior across multiple machines and presents our customers’ operations teams with a prioritized summary of the threats detected in their environments.


Join CrowdStrike and become a key leader in building the most innovative endpoint security solution in the world. Our sensor development team is responsible forbuilding the endpoint sensor which deploys on multiple platforms including Windows, Mac, and Linux. As aSenior II Software Engineer, you will be expected to haveownership over major componentsand development projects.
You will be required to assist witharchitecting solutionsand support in implementing our core features. Features will cross-cut most core OS subsystems such asfile system, memory and process, and networking.

Many features are also built in a way that they will have shared components across multiple platforms.

You need to be ableto lead projects efficiently while maximizing performance and minimizing costs, making sure high standards are being followed when it comes to design, coding quality, and unit and component testing.

Location: The role is open remotely in Romania, UK, Ireland, Denmark.

What You'll Do:

  • Provide partnership in thewindows kernel mode sensor development team involved in architecture, strategy, in building and improving next-generation Anti-Virus and Enhanced.

  • Detection and Response Security Software.

  • Develop new product concepts.

  • Support development teams in designing and building software with cross-platform deliverables (Windows, Mac, Linux).

  • Own features from design to delivery including participation in product demo at the end of the sprint.

  • Collaborate with multi-functional teams in various locations.

What You'll Need:

  • In depth knowledge with C++ and Windows OS Kernel Development.

  • Strong low-level OS internals in either Windows, Mac OS, or Linux.

  • Experience debugging memory corruptions, process contentions and system performance.

  • Experience working with teams to ship major features and releases.

  • Lead, mentor, communicate, collaborate, and work effectively in a distributed team.

Preferred Requirements:

  • OS system expertise for core concepts and subsystems such as WFP, TCP/IP, USB, file systems etc.

  • Knowledge in Security.

  • Strong background in scalable, light-weight and highly performing systems.

  • Familiarity and experience with Agile process.

  • Familiarity with source control systems such as Git

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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

CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements.

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