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Senior Principal Software Engineer

Job in Sunnyvale, Santa Clara County, California, 94087, USA
Listing for: Fortinet
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, DevOps, C++ Developer, Cloud Engineer - Software
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 170000 - 200000 USD Yearly USD 170000.00 200000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Description

Join Fortinet a cybersecurity pioneer with over two decades of excellence as we continue to shape the future of cybersecurity and redefine the intersection of networking and security. At Fortinet our mission is to safeguard people devices and data everywhere.

We are currently seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join our team.

As a Staff Software Engineer you will:
  • Develop and maintain security software components on current and future Fortiswitch platforms.
  • Hands on in bug fixing current platforms.
  • Implement security software features of high quality and on schedule.
  • Communicate effectively both verbal and written.
We Are Looking For:
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in secure networking related software development.
  • Strong C/C++ experience in Unix/Linux environment is essential.
  • Strong experience programming using OpenSSL and OpenSSH.
  • Hands on experience with Trusted Platform Module (TPM) hardware/software/simulator.
  • Familiar with encryption/decryption/signing/certificate authority (CA) chains.
  • Knowledge with Kernel Key Ring and encrypted file systems.
  • Experience with multi process/thread programming.
  • Knowledge of general QA procedures and methodologies as well as software development fundamentals.
  • Knowledge of FIPS and Common Criteria (CC) is a plus.
  • B.S. in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering; M.S. required.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $170,000 - $200,000. Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation time and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program.

Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience and geographic location.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program. Bonus eligibility is reviewed at time of hire and annually at the company's discretion.

About Our Team

Join our team known for its collaborative ethos working seamlessly with global customers, internal engineering teams and product development groups. Our team culture emphasizes continuous learning, innovation and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. We embrace Fortinet's core values of openness, teamwork and innovation, fostering an environment where team members support each other, share knowledge and leverage AI to solve complex technical challenges.

Our inclusive and dynamic team thrives on collaboration and is driven by the shared goal of maintaining Fortinet's high standards of excellence in cybersecurity solutions.

Why Join Us

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being. Embark on a challenging, enjoyable and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000 customers around the globe.

Required

Experience

Staff IC

Key Skills
  • Continuous Integration
  • Docker
  • Jenkins
  • Python
  • System Design
  • Agile
  • C/C++
  • Go
  • Systems Engineering
  • Software Development
  • Java
  • Distributed Systems

Employment Type: Full-Time

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: $170,000 - $200,000

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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