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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. We are currently seeking a dynamic Technical Marketing Engineer to contribute to the success of our rapidly growing business.
You would act as a Technical Marketing Engineer and would be the global subject matter expert for one or more Fortinet products primarily focused on but not limited to the area of Next Generation Firewall (NGFW). The TME is expected to mostly work on-site in Fortinet’s Sunnyvale office (HQ).
As a Technical Marketing Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
- The role requires the person to be the subject matter expert for one or more products or solutions. The TME will have continued collaboration with R&D, Product Management, Marketing and Sales.
- The TME would work closely with the PM and PMM to provide technical direction and validation on any campaign assets that are in development. Another key function would be providing the PM with competitive assessments based on industry research or hands-on with competitive products.
- The TME is expected to answer technical field questions for Sales via email or collaboration tools and help when requested to present the product via conference calls, within the Executive Briefing center at industry events or on-site. They are responsible for building and maintaining demo systems to help promote the understanding and adoption of the products or technologies under their care.
- The TME would be part of a larger group of Fortinet experts that evangelize their products or solutions through creation of assets such as videos and white papers and delivering/assisting in webinars.
- Must have at least 3-5 years technical industry background in a TME, SE/CSE, Support or QA role.
- Good communication and presentation skills
- Competitive Analysis & Knowledge
- Competitive Content/Collateral
- The ability to quickly learn new technologies and products
- Technical expertise in NGFW solutions for Enterprise networks
- Expert and real-world hands-on knowledge in the following network security products such as Firewalls, NOC/SOC, SSE, ZTNA
- Expertise in IPSec VPN and dynamic routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF
- Knowledge in Switches, Wireless Access Points, and Network Access Control (NAC) is a plus.
- A university degree is preferred, but not mandated. Experience in designing/building real-world customer networks and the will to solve problems can counter any formal education.
About Our Team:
Join our team, known for its collaborative ethos, working seamlessly with global customers, internal engineering teams and product development groups. Our team culture emphasizes continuous learning, innovation, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. We embrace Fortinet’s core values of openness, teamwork and innovation, fostering an environment where team members support each other, share knowledge, and leverage AI to solve complex technical challenges. Our inclusive and dynamic team thrives on collaboration and is driven by the shared goal of maintaining Fortinet’s high standards of excellence in cybersecurity solutions.
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.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $180,000-$220,000. 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.
Salary : $180,000 - $220,000
