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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-$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 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.
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 accommodations@fortinet.com.
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.
Job Description
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-$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 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.
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 accommodations@fortinet.com.
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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Align your credentials to Fortinet's security stack
Fortinet's Development Engineer roles lean heavily on systems-level programming, FortiOS, and network security protocols. Tailor your resume to reflect experience with C/C++, Linux kernel development, or firewall and VPN systems before you apply.
Target teams actively filing LCAs with DOL
Search the DOL's Labor Condition Application disclosure data for Fortinet filings by job title and location. Roles listed under engineering job codes in Sunnyvale or Vancouver, WA signal active hiring pipelines that are already set up for sponsorship.
Use Migrate Mate to surface sponsored openings fast
Development Engineer roles with visa sponsorship at Fortinet don't always stay open long. Use Migrate Mate to filter Fortinet's listings by sponsorship type so you're applying to roles that explicitly support your visa category.
Understand Fortinet's internal H-1B filing window
USCIS opens H-1B registration in March each year. If your offer comes in after the lottery, you'll need to start in October at the earliest. Ask your Fortinet recruiter early whether they file for the upcoming cap or wait for the following year.
Front-load your PERM documentation for Green Card sponsorship
Fortinet sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards for engineers, but the PERM labor certification process requires your employer to document a recruitment effort. Request confirmation that your role qualifies and ask about their typical timeline before accepting an offer.
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Does Fortinet sponsor H-1B visas for Development Engineers?
Yes, Fortinet sponsors H-1B visas for Development Engineers. The company participates in the annual USCIS H-1B cap registration process each March and has a consistent record of filing petitions for engineering roles. If you receive an offer outside the lottery window, your start date will typically align with the October 1 cap year start.
Which visa types does Fortinet commonly use for Development Engineer roles?
Fortinet sponsors H-1B, TN, and F-1 OPT and CPT for Development Engineers, and also supports Green Card sponsorship through the EB-2 and EB-3 preference categories via the PERM labor certification process. TN status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles without a lottery. The right pathway depends on your nationality, degree, and career stage.
What qualifications does Fortinet expect for Development Engineer roles?
Fortinet's Development Engineer positions typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, electrical engineering, or a closely related field. Practical experience with systems programming in C or C++, networking protocols, and security infrastructure is valued heavily. Roles supporting FortiOS or cloud security platforms often look for candidates with prior experience in kernel development or embedded systems.
How do I apply for Development Engineer jobs at Fortinet?
You can browse and apply for Development Engineer roles at Fortinet directly through their careers site or through Migrate Mate, which filters Fortinet's open positions by visa sponsorship type so you can confirm eligibility before applying. When you apply, highlight systems-level programming experience and any familiarity with network security or firewall platforms in your resume and cover letter.
How do I plan my timeline if I'm waiting on H-1B sponsorship at Fortinet?
If you need H-1B sponsorship, plan around USCIS's annual cap cycle. Registration opens in March, the lottery runs shortly after, and approved petitions take effect October 1. If you're on OPT with a STEM extension, you may have up to three years of work authorization to bridge the gap. Confirm with your Fortinet recruiter early whether they'll file in the upcoming registration period.
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