Principal Software QA Engineer

Join Fortinet, a cybersecurity pioneer with over two decades of excellence, as we continue to shape the future of cybersecurity and redefine the intersection of networking and security. At Fortinet, our mission is to safeguard people, devices, and data everywhere. Fortinet is growing and we are looking to hire a Principal Software Dev QA Engineer to join our FortiSwitch Team.

As a Principal Software Dev QA Engineer, you will:

• Collaborate with stakeholders, engineers, and developers as part of the development life cycle to produce quality software and services
• Verify, reproduce, communicate, and track defects from testing
• Participate in all phases of tests from planning, developing, executing and revising plans and scope.
• Participate in hardware and software releases.

 We are looking for:

• 10 years’ experience in Telecommunications and/or networking industry
• Ability to trouble-shoot effectively and solve problems. 
• Ability to coordinate with multiple internal teams.
• Good time management and the ability to be self-motivated.
• Previous software quality assurance experience or related experience in software development. 
• Understanding of the software development life cycle. 
• Familiarity with the various aspects of the software quality assurance discipline such as testing methodologies (black box, white box), types of tests (Non-functional, Regression, User Acceptance), and other test topics (Scope). 
• Executes functional tests using manual and automation tools and reports results using defined process and resources
• Analyzes and identifies system defects through functional, regression, and performance testing. Experience with designing and running tests.
• Any type of scripting, especially for automating tasks.  (Python,TCL,Shell preferred)
• Communicate effectively, both verbal and written
• Experience with L1-L7 networking skills, especially strong L3 protocols knowledge required. 
• Excellent knowledge of networking technologies; Hardware, Software, and Protocols
• Experience with test and bug tracking tools (Testlink, JIRA, Bugzilla, Mantis)
• Experience with traffic generator benchmark tools like IXIA tools.
• Experience with virtualization software platform is a plus.
• Have any networking certification like Fortinet NSE, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, JNCIE etc. is a plus.
• Experience with security vulnerability testing is a plus.

Education Requirement:

• B.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

The US base salary range for this full-time position is 174,800-$ 213,000. 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

Salary : $174,800 - $213,000