Sr. Manager, Engineering (Hybrid, Sunnyvale)

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: This is a Technical Engineering Manager role (50% Management / 50% Technical) responsible for owning and delivering Sensor Engineering products and features for CrowdStrike. This person will work closely with Product Management to define the delivery roadmap and will be technically responsible for the sensor (lightweight agent) across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms. Features may cross-cut core OS subsystems such as file system, memory, process, and networking. This role leads a globally distributed engineering organization with Engineering Managers in India and Europe reporting directly into this position. The manager will engage with CrowdStrike's cross-product group leadership to stay aligned on developments across the broader Falcon Exposure Management product ecosystem and champion AI adoption to elevate team productivity and sensor capabilities. CrowdStrike Falcon is a two-component security product – a lightweight sensor installed on client machines that observes system activity and recognizes malicious behavior, paired with a cloud component that aggregates telemetry, correlates threats across machines, and presents prioritized threat summaries to customer operations teams. This is a hybrid role requiring 2-3 days per week in our Sunnyvale, CA office. What You'll Do: Lead Engineering efforts and partner with Product Management to define scope and delivery roadmap across all sensor platforms Own features from design to delivery – architecture, development, testing, and production rollout Manage and mentor Engineering Managers across US, India, and Europe, driving consistent delivery standards and a unified engineering culture Engage with cross-product group leadership to align sensor roadmap with broader Falcon Exposure Management developments Champion AI adoption – drive AI-assisted development tools, build AI literacy within teams, and identify opportunities to embed AI into sensor capabilities Troubleshoot and resolve customer-reported product issues responsively across distributed teams Drive hiring, performance management, career development, and succession planning globally Define and track engineering KPIs and OKRs and represent Sensor Engineering in executive-level discussions What You'll Need: 10+ years of software engineering experience with strong systems programming background 5+ years of engineering management experience including managing managers across organizations of 20+ engineers Ability to develop high-quality code in C/C++ with experience in high concurrency and high reliability production environments Experience with OS internals and kernel-level development across Windows, macOS, and/or Linux – including file system, memory, process, and networking subsystems Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes. Proven track record leading globally distributed teams across multiple time zones Strong executive communication skills and ability to influence across cross-functional leadership Bonus Points: Experience in VM, EDR, XDR, or cybersecurity products Familiarity with eBPF, kernel drivers, Windows Filter Platform, or macOS system extensions Hands-on experience with AI/ML tools in software engineering workflows Familiarity with CrowdStrike's Falcon platform or Falcon Exposure Management product ecosystem Prior experience working with India and/or European engineering hubs Experience managing cloud engineering teams and delivering cloud-based or cloud-connected security products is a significant bonus – candidates with a strong understanding of how sensor telemetry integrates with cloud-scale data pipelines and services will stand out #LI-Hybrid #LI-AM1 #HTF 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. 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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. For detailed information about the U.S. benefits package, please click here. CrowdStrike was founded in 2011 to fix a fundamental problem: The sophisticated attacks that were forcing the world’s leading businesses into the headlines could not be solved with existing malware-based defenses. Founder George Kurtz realized that a brand new approach was needed — one that combines the most advanced endpoint protection with expert intelligence to pinpoint the adversaries perpetrating the attacks, not just the malware. There’s much more to the story of how Falcon has redefined endpoint protection but there’s only one thing to remember about CrowdStrike: We stop breaches.