Engineer I - Infrastructure Optimization (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:
CrowdStrike is seeking an Infrastructure Optimization Engineer to join our Production Systems team focused on identifying and implementing operational improvements across our on-premises data centers and multi-cloud environments (AWS, GCP, OCI). In this role, you will analyze infrastructure utilization and resource consumption to surface optimization opportunities, develop automation tooling to support these initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency improvements. You'll work with experienced engineers who will provide guidance on complex technical decisions while you take ownership of well-defined projects and deliverables.

What You'll Do:

• Analyze infrastructure utilization and resource consumption across on-premises and cloud environments to identify optimization opportunities

• Utilize monitoring, analysis, and reporting tools to extract insights from infrastructure metrics and performance data

• Write scripts and programs for data analysis, automation, and reporting

• Collaborate with senior engineers to examine infrastructure metrics, validate findings, and recommend improvements

• Develop and maintain documentation of optimization methodologies, findings, and implementation processes

• Participate in code reviews and contribute to raising the technical quality of team deliverables

• Support the implementation and validation of infrastructure optimization initiatives

• Work with cross-functional teams to understand infrastructure requirements and identify efficiency gains

• Participate in on-call rotation and assist with incident response and troubleshooting

• Take ownership of individual contributions with guidance from more senior staff

What You'll Need:

• United States Citizenship OR Permanent Residency is necessary to retain access to resources for this role (NO Clearance necessary)

• Solid knowledge of software development and programming (Python, Go, Bash, or similar languages)

• Experience with cloud and/or data center infrastructure concepts

• Proficiency with data analysis, SQL queries, and analytical methodologies

• Ability to write scripts and programs for automation and reporting

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in technical work

• Experience with Linux/Unix environments

• Familiarity with infrastructure monitoring and observability tools

• Understanding of containerization concepts (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Experience with version control systems

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Must work effectively and professionally with cross-functional groups as part of a worldwide team

• Must be able to work with a distributed team in multiple time zones

Tech Stack / What You'll Use:

• Languages: Python, Go, Bash/Shell scripting

• Monitoring & Observability: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), CloudWatch

• Cloud Platforms: AWS, GCP, OCI

• Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes

• Version Control: Git, Bitbucket

• Configuration Management: Chef, Ansible, Puppet

• Databases: MySQL, Postgres

• Infrastructure: Linux/Unix, bare metal systems, virtualization platforms

• Storage Technologies: SAN, NAS, Object Storage

Bonus Points:

• Experience with asset management or inventory systems

• Multi-cloud environment experience and cloud administration concepts

• Exposure to cybersecurity and infrastructure security best practices

• Experience with bare metal provisioning and orchestration

• Understanding of networking protocols and concepts

• Familiarity with CI/CD systems or automation frameworks

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent professional experience

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This role will require the candidate to periodically undergo and pass additional background and fingerprint check(s) consistent with government customer requirements.

Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Remote-friendly and flexible work culture

• 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.

Right to Work

CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the pay range is dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location. The base salary range for this position for all U.S. candidates is $90,000 - $125,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off.

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Expected Close Date of Job Posting is:02-09-2026