Fortinet

Staff Software Developer

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Burnaby, BC, CAN

In-Office

125K-170K Annually

Senior level

Security • Software • Cybersecurity

The Role

Design, develop, debug, and maintain networking and security-related software (control/management/data plane). Collaborate with DevOps and QA, optimize system performance, investigate and fix bugs, and implement scheduled high-quality features.

Summary Generated by Built In

Job Responsibilities:

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

• Hands on in bug fixing current products.

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

• Research, investigate, optimize and tune systems software (management/control/data plane) to enhance existing products.

• Implement software features of high quality and on schedule.

• Communicate effectively, both verbal and written.

Job Requirements:

• Strong C/C++ programming experience in Linux/Unix environments.

• Good understanding of TCP/IP network stack.

• Familiar with Linux kernel networking data structures and packet flow process.

• Strong skills in debugging and troubleshooting networking issues.

• Experience with multi process/thread programming using POSIX and System V.

• Knowledge in Firewall, IPSec, DNS, RIP, OSPF, BGP, IPv6, Openflow, etc.

• Good knowledge of performance tuning is a plus.

Educational Requirements:

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

Canadian citizenship is required

The Canada base salary range for this full-time position is expected to be between $125,000 - $170,000 annually. 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, and experience.

Fortinet strives to provide you and your family with a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits eligibility starts on your first day of hire and comprises of 100% company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, including a Health Spending Account and a Personal Spending Account that gives you flexibility to spend where you need it the most. Our Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers you and your family access to various services like counseling, legal advice, mental health resources etc. We also provide critical illness, disability, and life insurance, as well as a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with a company match to help you save faster for retirement. We offer competitive Paid Time Off and flexible leave policies, including paid health days, to help you take care of yourself and your family members.

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

Strong C/C++ programming experience in Linux/Unix environments
Good understanding of TCP/IP network stack
Familiar with Linux kernel networking data structures and packet flow process
Strong skills in debugging and troubleshooting networking issues
Experience with multi process/thread programming using POSIX and System V
Knowledge in Firewall, IPSec, DNS, RIP, OSPF, BGP, IPv6, Openflow
Good knowledge of performance tuning
B.S. in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Electrical Engineering
M.S. degree
Canadian citizenship

Fortinet Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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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.