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Principal Software Developer

Fortinet
Sunnyvale, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/16/2025

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Job Description

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 Principal Software Developer to join our team.

As a Principal Software Developer, you will:
  • Develop and maintain software components on current and future networking related products.
  • Hands on in bug fixing current products.
  • Work closely with hardware team to deliver high quality products
  • Implement software features of high quality and on schedule.
  • Communicate effectively, both verbal and written.

We Are Looking for:
  • B.S. in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering; M.S. preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Networking related software development
  • Strong C/C experience in Unix/Linux environment is essential.
  • Knowledge of TCP/IP networking, switching and routing.
  • Understanding of workings of Broadcom or Marvell or other switching ASICs in an Ethernet switch.
  • Knowledge in packet flow theory, queueing and scheduling
  • Experience in implementing L2/L3 features such as LACP, STP, RIP, OSPF, IS-IS, BGP, LLDP, TRILL, 802.1X, Private VLAN, VxLAN, Openflow, Open vSwitch, etc.
  • Experience with multi process/thread programming using Posix and System V.
  • Familiar with system installations, configurations, and assistance in troubleshooting customer networks.
  • Knowledge of scripting languages: Shell, Python a plus
  • Knowledge of general QA procedures and methodologies as well as software development fundamentals.
  • Experience with firewalls and embedded systems are a plus.
  • Experience with Linux kernel and driver development is plus.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $150000-$200000. 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

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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

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.
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