Fortinet

Senior Software Development Engineer

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Sunnyvale, CA, USA

In-Office

170K-220K Annually

Senior level

Security • Software • Cybersecurity

The Role

Develop and maintain next-generation network security appliances: design, implement, and support Linux kernel and driver code for SoC-based systems and Broadcom/Marvell switch/PHY chips, build new features, and perform low-level debugging for firewall platform modules.

Summary Generated by Built In

Job Title: Senior Software Development Engineer

The NPU Driver team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong C programming and networking expertise to join our team. This role provides an excellent opportunity to be involved in all phases of the software development lifecycle, contributing directly to new product launches and feature development for our next-generation firewall solutions. You will gain broad hands-on experience with complex and innovative technologies while working closely with a tight-knit team of highly experienced software engineers.

Job Duties
- Participate in the development and maintenance of the existing and next generation Network Security products.
- Works on Linux kernel/driver development for SoC based system.
- Works on Linux kernel/driver development for Broadcom and Marvell switch/PHY chips. Responsible for the design, implementation and maintenance or core platform modules of the appliances.
- Develops code for both new feature/functionality development as well as to maintain/redesign of the existing areas of the products.

Education & Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Skills Required:
- C programming and low-level debugging
- Linux Kernel, concurrency and interrupt handling
- IPv4/IPv6, TCP/IP

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

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $170,000-$220,000. 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 labour 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 the 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

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Expertise in C programming and low-level debugging
Experience with Linux kernel development, concurrency, and interrupt handling
Knowledge of IPv4, IPv6 and TCP/IP networking
Experience developing Linux device drivers for SoC-based systems
Experience with Broadcom and Marvell switch/PHY chips
Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

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