About the Role:
CrowdStrike is seeking a Manager, Data Scienceto join our team buildingthe next generation of AI assistantspowered bylarge language models (LLMs).You will manage and work closely with other scientists, software engineers and product managers to provide mentorship, technical leadership and strategic direction, while driving innovation in our AI capabilities.

You will shape thetechnical vision,mentor team members, andmake high-impact decisionsthat influence the company's AI strategy. This is a unique opportunity to lead groundbreaking developments in AI assistants that will revolutionise 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 team

• Recruit, lead and mentor a team of top-tier data scientists engaged in professional fields, like ML and LLMs

• Drive innovation in LLM applications, including novel approaches to reasoning, summarisation, and interactivity

• Make strategic decisions about GenAI model architectures, training approaches, and deployment strategies

• Lead cross-functional initiatives and collaborate with senior leadership to align technical strategy with business goals

• Represent CrowdStrike's technical excellence through publications, speaking engagements, and thought leadership

• Establish best practices, technical standards, and evaluation frameworks for the team

What You'll Need:

• Advanced degree (PhD or Masters) in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field

• 8+ years of applied machine learning / research experience, with demonstrated leadership in developing production-grade models

• Proven track record of leading Data Science teams

• Deep expertise in LLM training / deployment at scale

• Strong technical leadership experience, including mentoring teams and driving technical strategy

• Advanced knowledge of Python, Deep Learning frameworks, and cloud technologies

• Expert-level understanding of GPU technologies and optimisation techniques

• Outstanding communication skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders

• Track record of solving complex technical challenges at scale

Bonus Points:

• Patents or significant intellectual property contributions in AI

• Strong research portfolio with publications in leading AI journals and conferences

• Experience with cybersecurity applications of machine learning

• Track record of successful research-to-production implementations at scale

• History of contributions to open-source ML projects

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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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