CrowdStrike · 2 weeks ago
Principal Backend Engineer, Agentic AI (Hybrid)
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$195K/yr - $290K/yr
10+ years expCrowdStrike is a global leader in cybersecurity, dedicated to stopping breaches with advanced AI-native platforms. The Principal Engineer will lead the Agentic AI initiatives within the NG-SIEM product group, focusing on designing and developing AI applications and mentoring team members to enhance expertise in this domain.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud Data ServicesCloud SecurityCyber SecurityNetwork Security
Responsibilities
Lead Agentic AI solutions including sophisticated AI agents and fine tuning & integrating with models
Play key role in design, development, and deployment AI applications using LLM's, Agentic framework, and other related technologies. Scalability, accuracy and reliability will be key success criteria
Collaborate with enterprise teams to integrate LLM models and deliver on committed roadmaps
Mentor team members to build and grow expertise in this domain
Define benchmarks with metrics to evaluate the performance of agents and Agentic frameworks
Stay up to date with the latest advancements in AI, LLM, Agentic frameworks and apply this knowledge to improve existing systems and develop new ones
Tackle highly complex and unique challenges requiring in-depth evaluation across multiple areas or the enterprise, delivering solutions aligned with technical vision and business objectives
Trouble shoot, isolate and fix issues found during various stages of software development including production
Leverage advanced technology experience to further organizations tactical and strategic business objectives
Act as an advisor to leadership to influence AI development strategies
Qualification
Required
15+ years with B.S. in a related field, 12+ years with M.S. in a related field, or 10+ years with PhD in a related field
6+ years of experience in leading and building SAAS and hybrid-cloud application development, at large organizations or innovative startups
3+ years of experience with Agentic AI platforms such as Microsoft Copilot Studio, Amazon Bedrock, Google Vertex AI, Open AI etc. Experience with AI based conversational UI
Strong programming skills in one of Python, Go, Scala or Java, with experience in building distributed systems
Demonstrated experience in platform development (APIs, Databases, Serverless architecture) of cloud applications
Proven expertise with algorithms, distributed systems design and the software development lifecycle
Experience in design hybrid cloud applications with considerations of load balancing, network infrastructure and micro services architecture
Proven ability to work effectively with remote teams
Preferred
Experience in security industry
Benefits
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
Health insurance
401k
Paid time off
Company
CrowdStrike
CrowdStrike is a cybersecurity technology firm that provides cloud-delivered protection for cloud workloads, identity, and data.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.24BKey Investors
ARK Investment ManagementAccelCapitalG
2022-12-01Post Ipo Equity· $4.6M
2021-01-12Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2019-06-12IPO
Leadership Team
George Kurtz
President / CEO & Founder
Zeki Turedi
Field CTO Europe
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