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. 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 also a mission-driven company. We cultivate a culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. 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:CrowdStrike is seeking a Principal Data Scientist to join our team building the next generation of AI assistants powered by large language models (LLMs). You will work closely with other scientists, software engineers and product managers to provide technical leadership and strategic direction, while driving innovation in our AI capabilities. You will shape the technical vision, mentor team members, and make high-impact decisions that influence the company's AI strategy. This is a unique opportunity to lead groundbreaking developments in AI assistants that will revolutionize how we access information and interact with technology in the cybersecurity space. This opportunity presents a dynamic, growth-oriented startup environment for a driven, research-focused professional.What You’ll Do:Lead and architect the research strategy for new GenAI agents/LLMs, setting the technical direction for the teamDrive innovation in LLM applications, including novel approaches to reasoning, summarization, and interactivityMake strategic decisions about GenAI model architectures, training approaches, and deployment strategiesMentor and guide Data Scientists while fostering a culture of engineering excellenceLead cross-functional initiatives and collaborate with senior leadership to align technical strategy with business goalsRepresent CrowdStrike's technical excellence through publications, speaking engagements, and thought leadershipEstablish best practices, technical standards, and evaluation frameworks for the teamWhat You’ll Need:Advanced degree (PhD or Masters) in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field8+ years of applied machine learning / research experience, with demonstrated leadership in developing production-grade modelsDeep expertise in LLM training / deployment at scaleStrong technical leadership experience, including mentoring teams and driving technical strategyAdvanced knowledge of Python, Deep Learning frameworks, and cloud technologiesExpert-level understanding of GPU technologies and optimization techniquesOutstanding communication skills with ability to influence senior stakeholdersTrack record of solving complex technical challenges at scaleBonus if You Have:Patents or significant intellectual property contributions in AIStrong research portfolio with publications in leading AI journals and conferencesExperience with cybersecurity applications of machine learningTrack record of successful research-to-production implementations at scaleHistory of contributions to open-source ML projects#LI-AR1#LI-BP#LI-RemoteBenefits of Working at CrowdStrike: Remote-friendly and flexible work cultureMarket leader in compensation and equity awardsComprehensive physical and mental wellness programsCompetitive vacation and holidays for rechargePaid parental and adoption leavesProfessional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or roleEmployee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connectionsVibrant office culture with world class amenitiesGreat Place to Work Certified™ across the globe CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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