Fortinet

DevOps Engineer (FortiAppSec)

Posted 11 Days Ago

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Sunnyvale, CA, USA

In-Office

110K-150K Annually

Mid level

Security • Software • Cybersecurity

The Role

Design, implement, and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure; build and optimize CI/CD pipelines; automate operations; monitor systems and respond to incidents; enforce infrastructure security and cost optimization; document systems and collaborate with development, QA, and product teams.

Summary Generated by Built In

We are seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will design, implement, and maintain scalable, resilient, and secure infrastructure. You will work closely with Development, product, and QA teams to enhance development workflows, optimize CI/CD pipelines, and ensure system reliability. This is a critical position for driving operational excellence and fostering a culture of collaboration between development and operations.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Design & Management: Architect, implement, and manage scalable cloud infrastructure using platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
CI/CD Pipeline Development: Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines to streamline code deployment, testing, and delivery processes.
Monitoring & Incident Response: Set up and maintain system monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) to ensure high availability and quick response to incidents.
Automation: Develop automation scripts and tools using languages such as Python, Bash to reduce manual interventions and improve system efficiency.
Collaboration: Work with development, QA, and IT teams to integrate DevOps best practices into every stage of the software lifecycle.
Security: Implement and enforce best practices for infrastructure security, including vulnerability assessments, patch management, and IAM policies.
Cost Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize cloud resource usage to ensure cost efficiency without compromising performance.
Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for systems, processes, and tools.

Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, or a related role.
Cloud Expertise: Hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, including provisioning and managing resources.
CI/CD Tools: Proficiency with tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI, or equivalent.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools.
Containerization & Orchestration: Strong knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes (deployment, scaling, monitoring).
Scripting & Automation: Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Bash, or Go.
Monitoring Tools: Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, ELK Stack.
Version Control: Advanced knowledge of Git and branching strategies.
System Administration: Solid understanding of Linux/Unix systems and networking fundamentals.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

Experience with serverless computing (e.g., AWS Lambda).
Knowledge of database administration (SQL and NoSQL).
Familiarity with compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC2, ISO 27001).
Experience with service mesh architectures (e.g., Istio).

Soft Skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Proactive and self-motivated with a growth mindset.

US citizenship is required

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $110,000-$150,000. 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.

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.

About Us

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.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

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.

Skills Required

2-5 years of experience in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, or related role.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
Proficiency with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI, or equivalent.
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar).
Strong knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes (deployment, scaling, monitoring).
Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, Bash, or Go.
Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus and ELK Stack.
Advanced knowledge of Git and branching strategies.
Solid understanding of Linux/Unix systems and networking fundamentals.
Implement and enforce infrastructure security best practices, including IAM, vulnerability assessments, and patch management.
US citizenship is required.
Experience with serverless computing (e.g., AWS Lambda).
Knowledge of database administration (SQL and NoSQL).
Familiarity with compliance frameworks (SOC2, ISO 27001).
Experience with service mesh architectures (e.g., Istio).

Fortinet Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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Affordable Benefits — Medical coverage includes a no-premium HDHP option with HSA funding alongside PPO/HMO choices, reducing employee costs at enrollment. Eligibility starts on the date of hire and includes company-paid life and disability coverage.
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Mental-health access through Modern Health and an EAP offers therapy, coaching, and counseling resources. Lifestyle extras such as legal assistance, commuter benefits, pet-insurance discounts, and subsidized meals and snacks enhance everyday support.
Strong & Reliable Incentives — Compensation packages include annual bonuses, sales commissions, and stock awards. Earnings potential can be strong in sales when quotas are realistic and attainment is high.