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Principal Embedded Software Development Engineer

Fortinet
Sunnyvale, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/26/2026

Job Responsibilities:

  • Design, Develop and maintain software features on current and future products.
  • Responsible for the development of the switch-controller related features of the FortiGate/ FortiSwitch product line.
  • Hands on in bug fixing current products.
  • Implement software features of high quality and on schedule.
  • Optimize code for performance and resource efficiency
  • Review other team members' code changes to ensure good quality
  • Collaborate within and outside team to understand and analyze the approaches
  • Communicate effectively, both verbal and written.

Job Requirements:

  • Minimum of 13 years' experience in software engineering.
  • Strong C/Linux experience is essential.
  • Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking, switching and routing
  • Familiarity with L2 features such as STP, RSTP, LACP, LLDP, VLAN
  • Familiarity with L3 features such as BGP, OSPF
  • Experience with socket programming.
  • Experience with Linux kernel and driver development.
  • Experience with ARM and x86 architectures in a multi process/thread programming environment
  • Familiar with system installations, configurations, and troubleshooting.
  • Knowledge of scripting languages: Shell and Python
  • Knowledge of general QA procedures and methodologies as well as software development fundamentals.
  • Experience with firewalls is a plus
  • Experience in using libcurl for formulating REST API calls is a plus
  • Experience with JSON data objects and their creation and parsing semantics is a plus
  • Familiarity with embedded switch or router real time operating system architecture
  • Familiarity with, CAPWAP, HTTPS tunnel is plus

Educational Requirements:

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

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $160,000-$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 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.


EEOC / AAPAccommodation: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Fortinet, Inc at (408) 235-7700 of accommodations@fortinet.com for assistance.EEO: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

 

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