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. 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:
We're seeking a Senior Systems Architect to lead the design and optimization of our internal MDR service delivery systems and infrastructure. You'll architect scalable distributed systems that support 10x growth and enable our service delivery team members. This role requires someone who has shipped complex distributed systems at scale—not just designed them.
What You'll Do:
- Design and document comprehensive system architecture for detection ingestion, ticketing, and customer data workflows
- Develop integration patterns and API strategies connecting multiple systems
- Create architectural roadmaps supporting 10x growth while reducing complexity
- Design workflows enabling AI agent integration for automated triage and escalation
- Guide engineering teams on architectural implementation and best practices
- Audit current systems, identify bottlenecks, and recommend modernization strategies
- Create and maintain architectural documentation, diagrams, and runbooks
What You’ll Need:
Distributed Systems
- 6+ years designing and shipping distributed systems in production
- Proven experience debugging systems under high throughput (100k+ events/sec or equivalent)
- Production experience with event streaming (Kafka, Kinesis, RabbitMQ)
- Deep understanding of eventual consistency, distributed tracing, and failure modes
Security Operations Context
- 5+ years in security operations, MDR, MSSP, SOC, or equivalent high-volume event processing
- Understanding of security data formats (SIEM, EDR, SOAR) or ability to learn quickly
Technical Skills
- Strong API design expertise (REST, GraphQL, event-driven)
- Database architecture experience (relational and NoSQL)
- Cloud-native architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Kubernetes or equivalent container orchestration in production
- CI/CD pipeline design and observability architectures
Soft Skills
- Excellent communication with multiple audiences
- Pragmatic balance between technical excellence and shipping velocity
- Strong documentation and diagramming skills
- Mentoring ability
Bonus Points:
- SOAR platform or security automation experience
- Incident response or SOC operations background
- Observability architecture experience (Datadog, Grafana)
- AI/ML or agentic system architecture experience
- Compliance framework knowledge (SOC 2, ISO 27001)
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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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CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the pay range is dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location. The base salary range for this position for all U.S. candidates is $160,000 - $250,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off.
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Expected Close Date of Job Posting is:07-14-2026