Overview
As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission has been to stop breaches and redefine modern security with the world's most advanced AI-native platform. We're a mission-driven company that values flexibility and autonomy. 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: At CrowdStrike, we stop breaches and empower organizations to stay ahead of adversaries. Following the acquisition of Pangea, our mission expanded to deliver a powerful AIDR solution that helps customers protect and secure their agents, AI models and workloads and their workforce using AI. We are seeking pioneers who bring more than just expertise and who can become cornerstones of our journey towards innovation. We value diverse, compassionate, and collaborative teams and offer flexibility to prioritize off-work commitments. We are looking for a Specialist Sales Engineer to join us at the forefront of innovation.
What You'll Do
* Act as a trusted technical advisor throughout the sales cycle, demonstrating how AI can be monitored and secured.
* Deliver compelling product demonstrations and address technical questions in early customer engagements.
* Support customers during proof-of-concept projects, ensuring they realize measurable value.
* Document innovative customer use cases and contribute to blog posts, product guides, and technical documentation.
* Collaborate with a global team in our remote-first environment, occasionally flexing outside standard working hours to support customers across time zones.
What You'll Need
5+ years of experience with enterprise software solutions, with a solid background in ...
* AI & LLM knowledge
* Understanding of AI/LLMs, foundation models, common model vendors, and common business use cases for AI
* Understanding of training methods, fine tuning, and RAG application architectures
* Understanding agents, agentic AI, tool usage, and MCP
* AI Security knowledge
* Deep Understanding of Prompt injection, an evolving LLM vulnerability that allows attackers to embed conflicting or deceptive instructions into user inputs that override system prompts - often to extract sensitive data and subvert AI behavior.
* Understanding of Sensitive information disclosure (PII Leakage) and Data & model poisoning
* Model tampering and extraction
* Supply chain and third-party risks
* Risk mitigation and best practices
* Familiarity with OWASP top 10 for LLMs and MITRE ATLAS frameworks
* Cloud & DevOps knowledge
* Familiarity with AWS, Azure and GCP. Comfort with container orchestration (Kubernetes/EKS/AKS/GKE), Helm, Docker and secret management. Ability to explain IAM policies, storage and ingress requirements for each model.
* Programming & API Integration Experience
* Knowledge of APIs, HTTP request/response structure and token based authentication
* Ability to build scripts and integrations with REST APIs in at least one supported language (Python, Node.js, or others)
* Explain request shaping, authentication and error handling
* Communication & Presentation Skills
* Skilled at conveying complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences, conducting product demonstrations and writing architecture proposals.
* Managing edge deployments
* Containerization and docker knowledge
* Kubernetes and container orchestration
* Cloud Provider tools (AWS, Azure, GCP), setup systems and manage networking
* Cloud Provider IAM
* Moderate DevOps skills and troubleshooting
Bonus Points
* A background in sales engineering, professional services, or technical support, with the ability to engage both technical and business audiences.
* Proven success working in distributed, remote-first environments.
* We're looking for a colleague with compassion for prospective customers and their challenges, with well-rounded technical, analytical, and sales skills.
* You appreciate teamwork and have a proactive approach to solving challenges and helping external and internal parties.
* Experience with log management, SIEM, and EDR is a significant bonus.
* Ideally, you've participated in common sales processes such as MEDDPICC, Challenger Selling, or Value Selling in a presales or architect role.
* Ability to adapt, thrive and excel in a fast-moving, nimble environment.
* Comfortable in a team selling environment, collaborating with peers in the CrowdStrike sales organization.
* You take a consultative sales approach – ability to challenge companies/businesses to think differently.
* Strength in evangelizing technology and new account acquisition (hunting) – ability to discover and uncover new opportunities with prospects and existing business customers.
* Highly motivated and professional, with excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
* Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
* Self-starter able to work independently but also team oriented – work together win together attitude.
* Excellent problem resolution skills – resourceful and constructive.
* Willingly experiment with new technologies, techniques, and approaches to communicate the unique value of CrowdStrike's solutions.
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. 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 or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions on valid job requirements. If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at recruiting@crowdstrike.com for further assistance.
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