Fortinet

Principal Embedded Software Engineer

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Sunnyvale, CA, USA

In-Office

140K-190K Annually

Expert/Leader

Security • Software • Cybersecurity

The Role

Design and implement secured enterprise wireless products. Perform Linux kernel and driver development for WiFi chipsets, implement WiFi security protocols, and contribute to network/system design, debugging, and feature development across the product lifecycle.

Summary Generated by Built In

WiFi team is looking for a Principal Embedded Software Engineer with C programming and networking knowledge to join our team. This is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in all phases of the software development cycle to reach new product launches and feature development for our Enterprise Wireless solutions. This position offers a large scope of experience and direct involvement with complex and innovative technology. In addition, you will be working alongside a close-knit team of experienced software developers.
Job Responsibilities:

Develop Secured Enterprise Wireless products and features
Linux kernel/driver development of popular Wifi chipsets
Wifi security protocol implementation

Job Requirements:

Proficient C programming skill
Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
Strong knowledge or experience with network and system design
Passion and talent on Linux Kernel and application development
Highly motivated, positive, detail oriented and responsible
Good team player and good communication skills
802.11, 802.1x and Enterprise Wireless solution experience is plus

Education Requirement:

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering is required
Master’s Degree is preferred

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

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $140,000-$190,000. 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.

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

Proficient C programming skills
Linux kernel and driver development experience
Experience with WiFi security protocol implementation
Strong knowledge or experience with network and system design
Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering
Master's degree
Good team player with strong communication skills
802.11, 802.1x and Enterprise Wireless solution experience
Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

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