Engineer I, Data Scientist New Grad (Hybrid)

As a global leader in cybersecurity CrowdStrike protects the people processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011 our mission hasnt changed were here to stop breaches and weve redefined modern security with the worlds 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. Were proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption experimentation and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution build expertise uncover insights and solve complex problems. Were 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 a highly motivated new graduate to join our NGSIEM Agentic AI this role you will help build intelligent systems that analyze security data at massive scale. You will contribute to machine learning models ranking and retrieval systems that power next-generation security operations. Working alongside experienced engineers researchers and security experts you will help transform cutting-edge AI research into production-grade capabilities. This is a unique opportunity to solve challenging real-world problems at the intersection of AI large-scale systems and cybersecurity while making a direct impact on protecting organizations worldwide.

This is a hybrid role based out of our office in Sunnyvale CA requiring 2 days per week on-site.

What Youll Do:

• Develop test and deploy models that directly impact CrowdStrike products.

• Deploy machine learning techniques to develop highly accurate models

• Solve complex technical problems with a high degree of ownership and autonomy.

• Apply machine learning and AI technologies to improve product capabilities and user experiences.

• Develop automated tests and contribute to overall software quality and reliability.

• Participate actively in architecture design and code reviews.

• Continuously learn new technologies industry trends and emerging research relevant to AI and cybersecurity.

• Work on GenAI and LLM projects including fine-tuning models creating embedding-based search systems and developing AI-driven prototypes to enhance business operations.

• Contribute ideas and innovations in a fast-paced customer-focused environment.

• Collaborate with engineers data scientists and product teams to build machine learning models and AI-powered capabilities.

• Write production-ready code that can be relied on for real-time decision making by CrowdStrike products

• Achieve success by researching / developing through iteration and inventive feature engineering.

• Opportunity to work with technologies including but not limited to Python Go Blob storage (S3) PyTorch scikit-learn and SQL

What Youll Need:

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a quantitative field (e.g. Statistics Computer Science Data Science AI).

• Strong foundation in machine learning statistics or data science

• Hands-on school or internship experience with:

  • building GenAI-focused application and applying LLMs and agentic AI (e.g. agents reasoning workflows or RAG)

  • Have personally implemented models in common Deep Learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.

  • Proficiency in Python SQL and tools such as scikit-learn and forecasting libraries.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities Machine Learning Concepts

• Experience with Go Python and common data science tools through coursework research internships or personal projects

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems and build data-driven solutions

• Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical ideas clearly

• Ability to write clean maintainable code

• Strong attention to detail and curiosity about security problems

• Can work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making streamline workflows and processes improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.

Bonus Points:

• Participation in competitive programming (USACO Platinum IOI Camp IOI).

• Participation in competitive AI (USAII Nova AI Kaggle).

• Participation in advanced mathematics competitions (USAJMO USAMO MOP IMO).

• Publications or significant Internship in AI and cybersecurity.

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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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