Sr. Principal Engineer (Remote)

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. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. 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 are seeking an exceptional Sr. Principal Engineer to lead our technology vision and execution as we scale rapidly in the cybersecurity space. Join a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment where your technical vision will directly impact our trajectory toward becoming a major player in the cybersecurity space. We value bold thinking, rapid execution, and building technology that makes a meaningful difference in protecting organizations worldwide. This role is perfect for a technology leader ready to take on the challenge of scaling a high-growth cybersecurity company while building the foundation for long-term success and potential acquisition by industry leaders. 

What You’ll Do:

• Build a Strategic Vision including setting comprehensive technology strategy and priorities across all business verticals, focusing on customer needs, security-first architecture, and cloud/SaaS solutions

• Build and scale a world-class technology organization during rapid expansion, creating career growth opportunities and maintaining top talent

• Manage technology budget responsibly during hyper-growth phase while maintaining operational efficiency

• Technology Leadership

• Drive implementation of artificial intelligence and machine learning systems to automate processes, accelerate product rollouts, and create competitive advantages

• Oversee horizontal integrations across portfolio companies, creating unified technology stacks for operational efficiency

• Lead oversight of all internal systems including customer support platforms, sales systems, revenue reporting, payment processing, and HR/payroll integrations

• Accelerate customer acquisition through innovative technology implementations that enhance product delivery speed and reliability 

What You’ll Need:

• Executive Leadership: 10+ years in senior technology leadership roles, with at least 3+ years at C-level or VP level

• Experience scaling technology organizations through rapid growth phases

• Background managing large-scale infrastructure, cloud operations, and enterprise systems

Technical Expertise:

• Deep expertise in AWS, Google Cloud, and modern cloud-native architectures

• AI/ML Implementation: Hands-on experience implementing AI and machine learning solutions in production environments

• Strong understanding of security frameworks, compliance requirements (GDPR, SOC2, etc.), and security-first development practices

• Proficiency in modern languages (Python, Go, JavaScript, Java) and full-stack development

• Relevant certifications in cloud platforms, security, or AI/ML

Leadership Competencies

• Ability to translate business objectives into technology roadmaps and execution plans

• Experience working closely with sales, marketing, finance, and operations teams

• Track record preparing companies for funding rounds, due diligence processes, and potential acquisitions

• Proven ability to lead organizations through rapid transformation and scaling challenges

Preferred Qualifications

• Background at major technology companies (Google, Amazon, Microsoft, etc.)

• Experience managing large-scale domain portfolios and DNS infrastructure

• Experience with international privacy laws and regulatory frameworks

• Previous experience as a founding team member or early-stage executive

• Thought leadership in cybersecurity, AI/ML, or enterprise technology spaces

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical fiel