Embedded Software Developer

Fortinet; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Spending Account

Personal Spending Account

EFAP

RRSP with company match

Paid time off

Flexible leave

Job summary

Fortinet Inc. in Canada is seeking a C/C++ software developer to expand our FortiGate UTM feature set. You will implement and maintain core networking features, collaborating with a dedicated team to deliver robust security solutions.

The role requires 3+ years of C/C++ experience, Linux/UNIX familiarity, and strong TCP/IP knowledge. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary range based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of C/C++ experience.
• Experience in Linux/UNIX-like environments.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and sockets.
• Experience with source control (Git, SVN).

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain software for FortiGate UTM features.
• Stay updated on application-layer protocols and improvements.
• Promote best practices within the team.
• Research and define new areas to enhance products.
• Collaborate with teams to improve development processes.

Skills

C/C++

Linux/UNIX

TCP/IP

Sockets

Source control (Git, SVN)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Git

SVN

Job description

Fortinet is looking for C Developers with a passion to improve and expand the rich feature set of our FortiGate firewall. You will join a dedicated team that is creating a compelling and innovative Unified Threat Management feature set (Anti-Virus, Web Filter, Data Leak Prevention and Anti-Spam). You love tackling challenging problems and take pride in writing clean, well thought-out code. You use and create tools that improve development processes, allowing you to focus on development. Most of all, you are driven to learn and grow -- making your work rewarding and FortiGate the best it can be for our users.

Job Responsibilities:

As a software developer at Fortinet, you will:

• Implement and maintain software that drives our UTM feature set
• Stay on top of new developments in application-layer protocols andsoftware development and suggest improvements within the team
• Promotebestpractices within the team and organization
• Provide product improvement suggestions while using Fortinetfirewalls on a daily basis
• Research, investigate and define new areas oftechnology toenhance existing product or new product directions;re-evaluate the design and implementation of current source code

Job Skills Required:

• 3+ years of C/C++ experience
• Capable of switching focus in various situations and applying themselves to quickly learning new technologies and adopting new methodologies
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Experience developing software in a Linux or UNIX-like environment
• Experience with TCP/IP, firewalls, application-layer network software
• The ideal candidate has good knowledge of TCP/IP, POSIX APIs, and has a strong grasp of sockets.
• Experience using source control software (SVN, git or others)

Assets:

• Understanding of networking and security concepts
• Experience with scripting is a plus (shell, Python, Perl)
• Basic understanding of Linux or UNIX-like server/system management

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

The Canada base salary range for this full-time position is expected to be between $94,000 - $115,000 annually. 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, and experience.

Fortinet strives to provide you and your family with a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits eligibility starts on your first day of hire and comprises of 100% company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, including a Health Spending Account and a Personal Spending Account that gives you flexibility to spend where you need it the most. Our Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers you and your family access to various services like counseling, legal advice, mental health resources etc. We also provide critical illness, disability, and life insurance, as well as a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with a company match to help you save faster for retirement. We offer competitive Paid Time Off and flexible leave policies, including paid health days, to help you take care of yourself and your family members.

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.