As a Release Engineer, you will focus on the entire Release Management lifecycle, from build execution, deployment and post-release support. You will coordinate releases across multiple teams, build automated release processes, and ensure quality deployments across our environments. This is an operations heavy role with supporting projects to improve tooling and deployment quality.
Ideal candidate has experience deploying software at scale across millions of endpoints. Has demonstrated experience with data driven decisions, using deployment telemetry and a history of improving deployment tooling.
Location and Work Arrangement
This role is a hybrid role with an expectation of at least 2x days in office each week, working out of one of the posted locations:.
What You'll Do
Own the release process end-to-end, from initial build creation through production deployment and post-release monitoring
Execute and manage release builds across multiple platforms (Platforms supported are Windows, Mac, Linux, Containers and mobile), including initial validation and triage of test failures.
Establish and improve consistent release management processes and cadence
Facilitate cross-department coordination of release activities
Develop scripts and automation tools for building, integrating, and deploying software releases
Track and manage a multi-platform release calendar
Inform stakeholders across worldwide business units of release risks and work to effectively mitigate them
Measure release effectiveness using common metrics and identify opportunities for greater efficiency
Define mechanisms for rollback and standards for capturing release-related performance indicators
Lead efficient release blocker meetings and go-live activities
What You'll Need
Experience working in a release management capacity for software development
Familiarity with common CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Git, or Bitbucket
Experience with build systems and troubleshooting build failures
Ability to interpret test results and perform basic debugging to identify issue patterns
Proficiency with tools/languages including Jira, Confluence, Query engine like Splunk, Python, Go
Problem-solving skills to handle multiple concurrent releases in a fast-paced environment
Experience with software development life-cycle, specifically Agile/Scrum
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional groups across divisions worldwide
Meticulous attention to detail with ability to make good, timely decisions
Willingness to support critical release windows which may occasionally occur outside standard business hours
Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.
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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
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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 $120,000 - $180,000 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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