Fortinet

Software Development Engineer (SASE)

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Santa Clara, CA, USA

Hybrid

123K-151K Annually

Mid level

Security • Software • Cybersecurity

The Role

Design, implement, and maintain scalable cloud-native networking and security software for a next-generation SASE platform. Fix bugs, optimize performance, collaborate with DevOps and QA, and deliver high-quality features for distributed, microservice-based systems.

Summary Generated by Built In

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain software components on current and future networking related products.

• Design, develop and implement highly scalable software features and infrastructure on our next-generation security platform ready for cloud native deployment

• Hands on in bug fixing current products.

• Work closely with DevOps and QA team to deliver high quality products

• Profile, optimize and tune systems software (management/control/dataplane) for efficient cloud operation

• Implement software features of high quality and on schedule.

• Communicate effectively, both verbal and written.

Job Requirements:

• Rich experience in cloud based product related software development and cross-platform development

• Strong knowledge and experiences and hands-on programming skills in Python, and debugging skills;

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes or other container orchestration and traffic steering platforms

• Strong understanding of principles of DevOps and Continuous Delivery

• Good understanding of cloud-based product design's considerations and limitations in areas of microservice architectures, security, global network infrastructure, distributed systems, and load balancing.

• Good knowledge in Firewall, IPSec, SSL, IdP, TLS, DNS, CASB, SDN, and TCP/IP networking

• Knowledge of Go and C/C++ is a plus.

Educational Requirements:

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

US Citizenship is required.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $123,000- $151,000. 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

Experience in cloud-based product software development and cross-platform development
Hands-on programming skills in Python and strong debugging skills
Experience with Docker and Kubernetes or other container orchestration and traffic steering platforms
Strong understanding of DevOps principles and Continuous Delivery
Understanding of cloud-based product design, microservice architectures, distributed systems, security, and load balancing
Knowledge of Firewall, IPSec, SSL, IdP, TLS, DNS, CASB, SDN, and TCP/IP networking
Knowledge of Go and C/C++
B.S. in Computer Science, Math, or Electrical Engineering (M.S. preferred)
U.S. citizenship

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