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. We've redefined modern security with the world's most advanced AI-native platform, the Falcon platform, processing nearly 3 trillion events per day—a volume that continues to grow. 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. We're passionate about innovation, customer commitment, and building a sense of belonging where everyone thrives.

Role Overview

As an Engineer III - Backend in the Falcon Exposure Management team based in Pune, India, you'll drive cloud and backend development focused on continuous security configuration assessment and vulnerability management across cloud and hybrid environments. This role involves real-time analysis of security misconfigurations, compliance frameworks, vulnerability data sources, and adversary exploitation risks. You'll build solutions to gather, normalize, and analyze assessment data, assess risk criticality, and automate remediation workflows. Expect to troubleshoot production issues and enhance the platform for optimal security posture. With extensive use of Golang or Java, AWS/GCP services, and advanced databases, this position is perfect for seasoned engineers passionate about cybersecurity innovation at CrowdStrike.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering and Development

Lead engineering efforts from rapid prototypes to large-scale application services for configuration assessment and vulnerability management content. Ensure security, accuracy, and efficacy of data while building backend systems and process automation for compliance and vulnerability workflows.

Troubleshooting and Collaboration

Work closely with security researchers and vulnerability analysts to resolve time-sensitive production issues related to configuration drift and vulnerability detection. Conduct analysis on asset configurations, vulnerability data, and compliance benchmarks to deliver reviewed content for platform efficacy.

Integration and Optimization

Interact and integrate with platform and product teams. Constantly re-engineer architecture, risk scoring models, user experience, performance, and stability to support our growing scale of 3 trillion daily events.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed in this role, you need solid 8+ years of work experience in Golang or Java development, strong database skills with relational databases and distributed systems like Cassandra, Redis, and Elasticsearch. Exposure to AWS/GCP cloud services and cloud security assessment tools is essential, along with experience delivering high-quality, tested code. A deep understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, vulnerability management, and security configuration assessment is required, including knowledge of frameworks like CIS Benchmarks, NIST CSF, and SOC 2. Excellent communication skills, team collaboration in global distributed teams, and the ability to meet commitments with unit-tested, code-reviewed software are non-negotiable.

Benefits & Perks

CrowdStrike offers market-leading compensation and equity awards, comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs, competitive vacation and holidays for recharge, paid parental and adoption leaves, and professional development opportunities for all employees. Build connections through Employee Networks, geographic groups, and volunteer opportunities. Enjoy a vibrant office culture with world-class amenities in Pune. Certified as a Great Place to Work globally, we prioritize equal opportunity, supporting veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Career Growth

At CrowdStrike, career growth is owner-driven in our remote-first culture. Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies on the Falcon platform, collaborate globally, and advance through limitless passion and innovation. Professional development programs ensure you evolve alongside our mission to stop breaches, opening doors to leadership in cybersecurity.

Why Join CrowdStrike

Join a company that's redefining cybersecurity with AI-native innovation. Be part of the Falcon Exposure Management team tackling real-world threats in real-time. Our remote-first culture offers flexibility, while our commitment to customers, community, and each other creates an empowering environment. In Pune, India, contribute to a global mission that protects enterprises worldwide. The future of cybersecurity starts with you—ready to make an impact?

Role FAQs

What tech stack will I use?

Primarily Golang or Java, AWS/GCP services, relational/distributed databases like Cassandra, Redis, Elasticsearch.

Is this role remote?

CrowdStrike embraces a remote-first culture with flexibility for global teams.

What experience level is required?

8+ years in backend development with cybersecurity knowledge.

How does CrowdStrike support work-life balance?

Through competitive PTO, wellness programs, parental leaves, and a focus on autonomy.

What's the mission?

Stop breaches using the advanced Falcon platform—join us in protecting the world.