Data Sceintist I

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 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. 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 Job
As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes, and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, the mission hasn’t changed — stopping breaches — and CrowdStrike has redefined modern security with the industry’s most advanced AI-native platform. The company cultivates a culture that gives every CrowdStriker the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers, with a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to customers, community, and each other.
The University Recruiting program is dedicated to attracting and cultivating the future leaders of the industry, offering paid positions for students and recent grads designed to provide exposure to impactful work, supported through a structured experience alongside seasoned professionals.
About the Role:
CrowdStrike’s cybersecurity data is one-of-a-kind: the company processes over 300 billion behavioral events per day and holds more than 1 petabyte of malware samples in its research repository. As a Data Scientist, you’ll work closely with senior data scientists, software engineers, and product managers to contribute to cutting-edge AI projects and gain hands-on experience with real-world cybersecurity challenges, with access to large-scale GPU compute clusters to train and experiment with advanced AI models.
What You’ll Do:
Conduct cutting-edge research applying the latest AI technologies to real-world cybersecurity challenges
Work directly with Sr. Data Scientists on bleeding-edge applications including training large language models (LLMs), developing graph neural networks, implementing optimization algorithms, and exploring tokenization methods
Leverage large-scale data to develop new algorithms and models for synthetic data generation, predictive systems, and improved threat detection
Automate and visualize processes throughout the AI development pipeline
What You’ll Need:
University degree in Computer Science, Maths, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field
Analytically minded, with completed coursework in linear algebra, calculus, statistics, machine learning theory, or equivalent knowledge of applied mathematics
Experience writing Python code to pre-process and analyze data, generate actionable insights, and train AI models
Knowledge of object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms
Passionate about staying on top of the latest advancements in LLMs, machine learning, data generation, and other AI techniques
Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.
Bonus Points:
PhD or Master’s in Computer Science, Maths, Statistics, Engineering, or similar
Interest in contributing to and publishing research in top-tier AI/ML conferences and journals
Experience working with large datasets and machine learning models
Familiarity with Linux, cloud computing, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, etc.
Knowledge of cybersecurity challenges and how AI can be applied to tackle them
Willingness to contribute to the open-source community (GitHub, Stack Overflow, blogging)
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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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