Early Careers: Software Development Engineer

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Sunnyvale, CA, USA
In-Office
134K-220K Annually
Entry level
Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Develop and maintain software features for Fortinet FortiGate and FortiSwitch products, focusing on switch-controller functionality. Responsibilities include implementing high-quality features, fixing bugs, meeting schedules, and communicating effectively. The role requires C and Linux expertise, networking knowledge, socket programming, multiprocessing and multithreading experience across ARM and x86 architectures, software development fundamentals, QA knowledge, and Shell and Python scripting skills.
Summary Generated by Built In

Founded in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2000, Fortinet continues to be a driving force in the evolution of cybersecurity and the convergence of networking and security. Securing people, devices, and data everywhere is our mission. To that end, our portfolio of over 50 enterprise-grade products is the largest integrated offering available, delivering proven cybersecurity everywhere you need it. More than 930,000 customers trust Fortinet solutions, which are among the most deployed, most patented, and most validated in the industry. 


Job Responsibilities:

Design, Develop and maintain software features on current and future products.

Responsible for the development of the switch-controller related features of the FortiGate/ FortiSwitch product line.

Hands on in bug fixing current products.

Implement software features of high quality and on schedule.

Communicate effectively, both verbal and written.

Job Requirements:

  • 0-3 years’ experience in software engineering.

  • Strong C/Linux experience is essential.

  • Familiarity of TCP/IP networking, switching and routing.

  • Familiarity with socket programming.

  • Familiarity with ARM and x86 architectures in a multi process/thread programming environment.

  • Knowledge of general QA procedures and methodologies as well as software development fundamentals.

  • Knowledge of scripting languages: Shell and Python

  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S without sponsorship

 

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. Earnings for this position are expected to be $134,000 - $220,000 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 UsFortinet makes possible a digital world that we can always trust through its mission to protect people, devices, and data everywhere. This is why the world’s largest enterprises, service providers, and government organizations choose Fortinet to securely accelerate their digital journey. The Fortinet Security Fabric platform delivers broad, integrated, and automated protections across the entire digital attack surface, securing critical devices, data, applications, and connections from the data center to the cloud to the home office. Ranking #1 in the most security appliances shipped worldwide, more than 615,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses. And the Fortinet NSE Training Institute, an initiative of Fortinet’s Training Advancement Agenda (TAA), provides one of the largest and broadest training programs in the industry to make cyber training and new career opportunities available to everyone.

Skills Required

  • 0-3 years of software engineering experience
  • Strong C and Linux experience
  • Familiarity with TCP/IP networking, switching, and routing
  • Familiarity with socket programming
  • Familiarity with ARM and x86 architectures in a multiprocessing and multithreading environment
  • Knowledge of general QA procedures and methodologies
  • Knowledge of software development fundamentals
  • Knowledge of Shell and Python scripting languages
  • Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship

Fortinet Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Fortinet and has not been reviewed or approved by Fortinet.

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings appear comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, counseling, wellness programs, and HSA/FSA options. Some materials also highlight affordability and multiple plan choices.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as strong, with PTO and reports of flexible or even unlimited PTO depending on team or manager. These options contribute to a perception of good flexibility.
  • Parental & Family Support — Support includes maternity and paternity leave alongside childcare/parenting resources and adoption/surrogacy assistance. This indicates robust family-oriented benefits.

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The Company
HQ: Sunnyvale, CA
10,357 Employees
Year Founded: 2000

What We Do

Fortinet develops and sells cybersecurity solutions.

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