Engineering Manager, TechOps CICD SDA (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: 

Engineering Manager for TechOps CICD Software Delivery Automation (SDA) will lead a distributed team responsible for empowering CrowdStrike's engineering organization through robust, reliable CICD ecosystems. This role focuses on developing, implementing, enhancing, and streamlining CICD workflows to ensure faster and higher quality software delivery to CrowdStrike's customers. As a leader, you'll guide a team of highly skilled DevOps engineers while driving innovation in our software delivery processes.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and develop a distributed team of DevOps engineers focused on mission-critical CICD automation

• Align, guide, and empower engineers to automate and manage critical processes, optimize CICD tools usage, and integrate build/test agent provisioning systems

• Establish and cultivate key relationships with other leaders across the organization

• Investigate and evaluate next-generation technologies to inform future roadmap goals

• Analyze project requirements and prioritize work based on urgency and criticality

• Triage support tickets to ensure proper prioritization and resolution

• Help resolve and unblock escalated issues affecting delivery workflows

• Drive continuous improvement in software delivery processes and automation

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members

What You'll Need:

• 10+ years of experience as a build engineer or software engineer

• 3+ years of engineering management experience in a large-scale environment

• Experience leading distributed teams across multiple time zones

• Expertise with various operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS) at scale

• Experience with CICD automation tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Kubernetes, Docker)

• Expertise in Jenkins pipeline code using Groovy, including shared libraries

• Working knowledge of infrastructure provisioning (VMware vCenter, Terraform, Packer)

• Experience with enterprise-grade configuration management tools (Ansible, Salt, Chef, Puppet)

• Familiarity with Git repository solutions (Bitbucket, GitLab)

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)

• Proficiency in scripting/programming languages (Python, Go, PowerShell)

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks based on urgency and importance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing/implementing end-to-end workflows for software development lifecycle

• Background in cybersecurity or security-focused software delivery

• Experience optimizing CICD processes for large, scaling organizations

• Track record of process improvement and friction reduction in software delivery

• Experience with documentation of complex technical processes and procedures

What We're Looking For:

• Self-motivated professional with initiative and adaptability in a fast-paced environment

• Meticulous attention to detail with strong decision-making capabilities

• Security-first mindset with understanding of cybersecurity principles

• Collaborative team player who works effectively with cross-functional groups

• Continuous learner who stays current with modern technologies

• Problem-solver who can navigate complex technical challenges

• Leader who can mentor and develop engineering talent

• Excellent communicator who can translate technical concepts across the organization

Work Environment:

• Global, remote-friendly team with occasional travel (1-2 business trips annually)

• Collaborative culture emphasizing knowledge sharing and mentorship

• Fast-paced environment with opportunities for technical growth and innovation

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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:

• 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. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements.

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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 $140,000 - $215,000 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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