About CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike is a global leader in cybersecurity, protecting the people, processes, and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission has remained unwavering: stop breaches before they happen. We've redefined modern security with the world's most advanced AI-native platform, the Falcon platform, which delivers cloud-native protection powered by cutting-edge artificial intelligence. Our customers across all industries rely on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, communities safe, and lives moving forward. As a mission-driven company, we foster a remote-first culture that empowers every CrowdStriker with flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. Join us to contribute to a future where cybersecurity is proactive, intelligent, and unbreakable.

Role Overview

The Director, Agent Development (Remote) role sits at the heart of CrowdStrike's IT department, driving rapid growth and technological innovation. This senior leadership position focuses on leveraging Generative AI capabilities to boost productivity, create new internal tools, and unlock revenue opportunities. As a self-starter thriving in ambiguity, you'll build high-performing teams, deliver hands-on leadership, and stay at the forefront of AI advancements. With a disclosed salary range of $170,000 - $260,000 USD per year (plus substantial equity upside), this role offers premium compensation in a fully remote capacity across the United States. If you have a passion for AI agents, team building, and reimagining workflows, this is your chance to shape the future of cybersecurity at CrowdStrike.

Key Responsibilities

In this pivotal role, you'll lead transformative AI initiatives across the company. Key responsibilities include:

• Reimagining work by deeply understanding team workflows and evolving them with empathetic AI agents and automation.
• Building, mentoring, and scaling a global AI Agent Developer team to support low- and high-code agent creation company-wide.
• Providing hands-on leadership, contributing directly to agent development while pushing the team to the technological edge.
• Serving as a key member of the AI Center of Excellence, sharing expertise, supporting AI training, and advising on new methods and tools.
• Continuously adapting to the evolving AI ecosystem, evaluating agents for ROI, and optimizing costs through usage analysis.

Technical Leadership Focus

Expect to dive into Python development, Agent SDKs like Vertex, OpenAI, and Claude, while integrating with cloud platforms such as Snowflake, AWS, GCP, or Azure. Your work will ensure agents are cost-effective, performant, and seamlessly embedded in critical workflows.

Qualifications & Requirements

To excel as Director, Agent Development at CrowdStrike, candidates must bring deep expertise and leadership prowess:

• 15+ years in data science and/or AI, including 7+ years in senior leadership roles.
• Proven experience developing low- and high-code AI agents, with strong Python skills (8+ years), data structures, security best practices, and AI-assisted coding.
• Expertise in Agent SDKs (Vertex, OpenAI, Claude), machine learning foundations, cloud data warehouses (Snowflake, AWS, GCP, Azure), and GenAI/LLM mechanics.
• Track record of building and managing global, distributed engineering teams in high-growth settings.
• Educator mindset with passion for upskilling teams, plus understanding of modern AI safety and governance.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or related field; MBA a plus. Lifelong learner attitude essential.

Why These Skills Matter

In cybersecurity, where threats evolve daily, your ability to monitor agent performance, build evaluation datasets, and guide buy-vs-build decisions will maximize ROI and align AI with CrowdStrike's mission to stop breaches.

Benefits & Perks

CrowdStrike sets the market standard for employee rewards, ensuring you thrive both professionally and personally:

• Market-leading compensation with generous equity awards for long-term wealth building.
• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs to support your well-being.
• Competitive vacation, holidays, paid parental, and adoption leaves for recharge and life balance.
• Professional development opportunities available to all employees, regardless of level or role.
• Employee Networks, geographic groups, and volunteer opportunities to foster connections in our remote-first culture.

Certified as a Great Place to Work globally, CrowdStrike offers vibrant amenities and a culture of belonging where everyone is valued and empowered.

Career Growth

At CrowdStrike, career ownership is core to our remote-first culture. This Director role positions you for executive impact within our AI Center of Excellence and beyond. With limitless passion for innovation, you'll mentor global teams, influence company-wide AI adoption, and drive revenue-generating initiatives. Professional development programs ensure continuous growth, aligning with our relentless focus on customer success and technological frontiers. Advance your career stopping breaches with the Falcon platform.

Why Join CrowdStrike

Joining CrowdStrike means aligning with a mission that matters: stopping breaches in a world reliant on digital infrastructure. Our AI-native Falcon platform leads the cybersecurity industry, and this role lets you pioneer internal AI agents that amplify our impact. Enjoy unmatched flexibility in a remote-first environment, premium total rewards, and a community of fanatical innovators. CrowdStrike is an equal opportunity employer committed to belonging, valuing diverse talents who propel us forward. The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

Role FAQs

Is this role fully remote?

Yes, this Director, Agent Development position is fully remote within the United States, embodying CrowdStrike's remote-first culture.

What is the salary range?

Disclosed base salary is $170,000 - $260,000 USD per year, with significant equity and total compensation upside.

What experience is required in AI agents?

Deep hands-on experience with low/high-code agents, SDKs like OpenAI and Claude, and ROI-focused evaluation is essential.

How does this role support CrowdStrike's mission?

By building AI agents that enhance productivity and innovation, you'll directly contribute to stopping breaches via the Falcon platform.

What benefits stand out?

Equity awards, wellness programs, unlimited growth opportunities, and a certified Great Place to Work environment.