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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Software Engineer, Backend - Cloud (Hybrid) - **Company:** CrowdStrike - **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Node.Js, Object-Oriented Software Development, Open Source Technology, User-Centered Design, Multithreading, Enterprise Software Applications, Concurrency, Backend, Information Technology, Golang, Microservices - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/sr-software-engineer-backend-cloud-hybrid-sunnyvale-ca-usa-58811495 ## About the Role architecture, knowledge models, and performance * Own deliverables and contribute to open-source communities * Operate and maintain production services ('you build it, you run it') Tasks * 8+ years of backend OOP development in production with Golang/Java/Scala/Node.js/Python/C# * Experience with AuthN and AuthZ * Experience with Fine-Grained Access control (FGA) * Experience building high-scale event-driven microservices ( 5M events/day) * Ability to scale backend systems (sharding/partitioning/horizontal scaling) * Degree in Computer Science or commensurate experience * Strong understanding of distributed systems, concurrency, and multi-threading * Proven testing, code review, and CI/CD practices * Experience applying AI technologies to improve decision-making and efficiency Key requirements * Market leader in compensation and equity * Wellness programs * Generous vacation and holidays * Parental and adoption leaves * Professional development opportunities * Employee networks and community involvement ## Description Experteer Overview In this role you drive backend initiatives at scale within CrowdStrike's Auth team, shaping authentication and authorization services for internal and external users. You own end-to-end design and delivery, from prototype to production, while also operating and supporting the services you build. You collaborate across multiple teams to evolve architecture, performance, and user experiences in a fast-paced, AI-enabled security platform. This position offers impact at global scale in a mission-driven, autonomous culture with mentoring and open-source collaboration opportunities. 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