Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Security-Focused

Fortinet; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortinet is seeking an Embedded Software Developer to enhance the FortiAuthenticator product. In this role, you'll contribute to the development lifecycle, focusing on security enhancements and user authentication. Ideal candidates will possess strong C/C++ skills and a solid background in Unix/Linux environments, with opportunities to grow within a dynamic team committed to reducing security risks.

Benefits

100% company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health Spending Account and Personal Spending Account

Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP)

Critical illness, disability, and life insurance

Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with a company match

Competitive Paid Time Off and flexible leave policies

Eligibility for equity program

Annual bonus eligibility

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development in a Unix/Linux environment required.
• Experience with cryptography and/or authentication protocols is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills are critical.

Responsibilities

• Involved in the full development lifecycle of the FortiAuthenticator product.
• Design, develop, and maintain firmware components for product functionality.
• Collaborate on user identification and access permission systems.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Network programming (TCP/IP)

Cryptography and authentication protocols

Source control software (SVN, Git)

Python programming

SQL database

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

Fortinet is seeking an Embedded Software Developer to enhance the FortiAuthenticator product. In this role, you'll contribute to the development lifecycle, focusing on security enhancements and user authentication. Ideal candidates will possess strong C/C++ skills and a solid background in Unix/Linux environments, with opportunities to grow within a dynamic team committed to reducing security risks.