About CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike is a global leader in cybersecurity, protecting the people, processes, and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed: we’re here to stop breaches. 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 and machine learning. Our customers span all industries, relying on CrowdStrike to keep businesses running, communities safe, and lives moving forward. As a mission-driven company, we cultivate a remote-first culture that empowers every CrowdStriker with flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We seek talented individuals with limitless passion, relentless innovation, and fanatical commitment to customers, community, and each other.

Role Overview

CrowdStrike is expanding its payroll team and seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in International Payroll for our Shared Services Center (SSC) in Pune, India. This role is perfect for a strong team contributor who is analytically driven, numbers-focused, and detail-oriented. As a Payroll leader, you’ll support global payroll operations and projects, ensuring timely delivery with the highest accuracy in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Located in our Pune office, you’ll play a key role in the growth of our Payroll team amid CrowdStrike’s expanding size and complexity. Embrace challenging responsibilities while contributing to a mission that stops breaches worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Management

Consolidate essential information for payroll calculations, reconcile with allocations for precision, and deliver reports in required formats. Activate payments following organizational policies, legislative requirements, and privacy standards. Review payroll reports, address defects, implement annual review cycles, and ensure compliance with regulations. Engage stakeholders for payment approvals while understanding payroll’s organizational impact.

Quality Management

Collect and analyze data on process capabilities to spot future quality lapses and recommend improvements. Support process changes aligned with quality objectives, suggest enhancements via root cause analysis (RCA), and measure current process quality. Provide clarifications to stakeholders and regularly review quality infrastructure, staying abreast of market indicators and legal implications.

Operational / Process Excellence

Understand regulatory requirements impacting processes, categorize service opportunities, and review root causes of performance gaps. Recommend improvement plans, collaborate with stakeholders for validation, and present ideas for feedback. Support service delivery, SLA maintenance, and service recovery actions to elevate operational standards.

Governance & Compliance

Interpret corporate governance policies, code of conduct, and ethical procedures to ensure compliance. Undertake reporting and corrective actions for governance issues, aligning with supervisory guidelines and maintaining the corporate brand image.

Vendor Management

Maintain communications with vendors, conduct quality, risk, and security assessments. Collate proposals, monitor performance against contracts, and identify issues to safeguard organizational interests.

Qualifications & Requirements

To excel as SME - International Payroll at CrowdStrike, you need proven expertise in global payroll processes, strong analytical skills, and a detail-oriented approach. Key qualifications include in-depth knowledge of legislative policies, privacy considerations, and quality management standards. Experience with RCA, process improvements, regulatory compliance, and vendor oversight is essential. Be a collaborative team player willing to go the extra mile in a high-growth, fast-paced setting. Familiarity with payroll tools, reporting, and organizational impacts will set you apart. A passion for precision and innovation aligns perfectly with our remote-first culture.

Benefits & Perks

Joining CrowdStrike means accessing top-tier benefits tailored for high performers. Enjoy a competitive salary estimated at 11-18 lakhs INR annually, with performance incentives. Our remote-first culture offers flexibility to balance work and life. Comprehensive health insurance, wellness programs, and family benefits support your well-being. Professional development opportunities, including training on the Falcon platform and leadership programs, foster growth. Additional perks include generous paid time off, stock options, and a collaborative environment that values autonomy and innovation.

Career Growth

At CrowdStrike, career ownership is central to our culture. As an SME in International Payroll, you’ll gain exposure to global operations, scaling with our rapid growth. Advance into senior leadership roles within HR, finance, or operations. Our remote-first approach enables worldwide collaboration, while mentorship and training programs build expertise in cybersecurity-adjacent functions. Limitless passion meets endless opportunities—thrive in a company redefining security.

Why Join CrowdStrike

Be part of a mission that matters: stopping breaches with the Falcon platform. Work in Pune’s vibrant tech hub, contributing to a global leader trusted by Fortune 500 companies. Our remote-first culture promotes autonomy, innovation, and community. Join talented CrowdStrikers united by passion for customers and excellence. The future of cybersecurity starts with you—apply to shape secure tomorrows.

Role FAQs

Is this role remote or on-site?

This position is based in our Pune, India office, aligning with our remote-first culture for flexibility where possible.

What salary can I expect?

Estimated 11-18 lakhs INR yearly, based on tech sector rates with a buffer for top talent.

Does CrowdStrike support career development?

Yes, with autonomy, training, and growth paths in a mission-driven environment.

What makes this role unique?

Support global payroll for a cybersecurity innovator, ensuring accuracy amid hyper-growth.

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