Fortinet
Software Development Engineer
$123K–$151K
Santa Clara, CA · Hybrid · Full-time · Posted Jul 3, 2026
- Experience
- 0–2 years of professional experience; recent graduates are encouraged to apply. The requirements also mention experience in cloud-based product software development and cross-platform development, without specifying years.
- Education
- B.S. in Computer Science, Math, or Electrical Engineering; M.S. preferred.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
About the job
Develops and maintains networking and security software, including scalable cloud-native features, product fixes, and performance improvements.
What you'll do
- Develop and maintain software for networking products and implement scalable features and infrastructure for a cloud-native security platform.
- Fix bugs and profile, optimize, and tune systems software for efficient cloud operation.
- Work with DevOps and QA to deliver high-quality products on schedule.
What they ask for
- Hands-on Python programming and debugging skills.
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes or other container orchestration and traffic steering platforms.
- Strong understanding of DevOps and Continuous Delivery principles.
- Knowledge of cloud-based product design and networking technologies, including Firewall, IPSec, SSL, IdP, TLS, DNS, CASB, SDN, and TCP/IP.
Nice to have
- Go and C/C++ knowledge.
- M.S. degree.
Pay
$123,000- $151,000 USD base salary
Tools
Python, Docker, Kubernetes, Go, C/C++, Firewall, IPSec, SSL
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