Sr. Release Engineer - Sensor Foundation (Hybrid)

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 CrowdStrike, a fast-growing security company that protects a wide range of customers from cybersecurity attacks. We're investing in sensor Release Engineers who are energetic, eager to learn, flexible, and capable of managing large scale/complex engineering projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Locations: Austin,Texas
• Position Type: Hybrid (combination of in-office and remote work, 2-3x/ week)

• Own the release process end-to-end, from initial build creation through production deployment and post-release monitoring
• Execute and manage release builds across multiple platforms (Platforms supported are Windows, Mac, Linux, Containers and mobile), including initial validation and triage of test failures.
• Establish and improve consistent release management processes and cadence
• Facilitate cross-department coordination of release activities
• Develop scripts and automation tools for building, integrating, and deploying software releases
• Track and manage a multi-platform release calendar
• Inform stakeholders across worldwide business units of release risks and work to effectively mitigate them
• Measure release effectiveness using common metrics and identify opportunities for greater efficiency
• Define mechanisms for rollback and standards for capturing release-related performance indicators
• Lead efficient release blocker meetings and go-live activities

• Experience working in a release management capacity for software development
• Familiarity with common CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Git, or Bitbucket
• Experience with build systems and troubleshooting build failures
• Ability to interpret test results and perform basic debugging to identify issue patterns
• Proficiency with tools/languages including Jira, Confluence, Query engine like Splunk, Python, Go
• Problem-solving skills to handle multiple concurrent releases in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with software development life-cycle, specifically Agile/Scrum
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional groups across divisions worldwide
• Meticulous attention to detail with ability to make good, timely decisions
• Willingness to support critical release windows which may occasionally occur outside standard business hours
• Mobile (Android/iOS) release management experience is a plus

• 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