Software Development Engineer

Job Description

Fortinet is calling for an experienced Principal Software Developer who can think outside the box, has a logical approach to coding, and is looking to grow their career in the network security industry.

• Develop and maintain software components on current and future products.
• Hardware bring up and SDK porting
• Hands on in bug fixing current products.
• Implement software features of high quality and on schedule.
• Communicate effectively, both verbal and written.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in networking related software development.
• Strong C experience in embedded Unix/Linux environment is essential.
• Experience programming in U-boot, Linux driver.
• Experience in Hardware bring up, SDK porting
• Experience in router, network device
• Knowledge of general QA procedures and methodologies, as well as software development fundamentals.
• Good verbal and written communication and teamwork for cross team collaboration.
• Quick learning ability, adaptability, and curiosity about new technology.

• B.S. in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering; M.S. preferred

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $150,000-$200,000. Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 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.

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.

Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) secures the largest enterprise, service provider, and government organizations around the world. Fortinet empowers its customers with intelligent, seamless protection across the expanding attack surface and the power to take on ever-increasing performance requirements of the borderless network - today and into the future. Only the Fortinet Security Fabric architecture can deliver security without compromise to address the most critical security challenges, whether in networked, application, cloud or mobile environments.

Fortinet ranks number one in the most security appliances shipped worldwide and more than 500,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses.

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Fortinet is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our company, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, military/veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.