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Sr Engineer, Backend - Channel File Systems (Remote, CAN)

Global leader in cybersecurity, protecting organizations through advanced AI-native platform since 2011.
Vancouver, BC, CanadaToronto, ON, CanadaHalifax, NS, Canada
$150,000 - $225,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
5+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Sr Engineer, Backend - Channel File Systems (Remote, CAN)

CrowdStrike, a leading cybersecurity company, is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their Channel File Systems team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale distributed systems that process nearly 3 trillion events daily, with 3.44 PB of RAM deployed across their Cassandra server fleet.

The position involves designing proprietary Cloud Protocol and collaborating with Falcon Sensor teams across multiple platforms (Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android). You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies and contributing to systems that operate at an impressive scale, directly impacting CrowdStrike's mission to stop security breaches.

The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in distributed systems, scalability challenges, and cloud environments. You'll be working with technologies like Go, Scala, AWS, Cassandra, and Kafka, though prior experience with these specific tools is not mandatory. The role requires both technical excellence and strong collaborative skills, as you'll be working across multiple teams and contributing to critical infrastructure.

CrowdStrike offers an attractive compensation package, including a salary range of 150,000 - 225,000 CAD, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. The company promotes a flexible, remote-friendly work culture with emphasis on professional development and work-life balance. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact in the cybersecurity field while working with cutting-edge technology at scale.

The position is fully remote and available across multiple Canadian locations, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in the specified provinces. CrowdStrike maintains a strong commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion, providing a supportive environment for professional growth and innovation.

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Responsibilities For Sr Engineer, Backend - Channel File Systems (Remote, CAN)

  • Design proprietary Cloud Protocol
  • Work with Falcon Sensor teams across platforms
  • Scale backend systems
  • Ship production code
  • Participate in code reviews
  • Collaborate across multiple teams
  • Build and maintain distributed systems
  • Performance optimization

Requirements For Sr Engineer, Backend - Channel File Systems (Remote, CAN)

Cassandra
Go
Kafka
Scala
  • Degree in Computer Science or commensurate experience
  • Experience with scaling backend systems
  • Ability to troubleshoot system failures across service pipelines
  • Deep understanding of distributed systems and scalability challenges
  • Experience with multi-threading and concurrent programming
  • Understanding of engineering best practices
  • Experience shipping high quality software in cloud environments
  • Solid grounding in cloud technology (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Benefits For Sr Engineer, Backend - Channel File Systems (Remote, CAN)

Medical Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Equity
  • Remote-friendly and flexible work culture
  • Market leader in compensation and equity awards
  • Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
  • Competitive vacation and holidays
  • Paid parental and adoption leaves
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Vibrant office culture with world class amenities

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