Staff Cloud Developer

Fortinet; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is on the lookout for a skilled Staff DevOps Developer to enhance their OpenStack-based private cloud platform. This role involves developing, testing, and troubleshooting critical infrastructure components while ensuring quality assurance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development, particularly in Linux environments, and will be proficient in languages such as C/C++, Go, or Python. Join a forward-thinking team that values technical leadership and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and retirement savings plans. If you're passionate about cloud technologies and want to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

100% company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health Spending Account

Personal Spending Account

Employee & Family Assistance Plan

Critical illness insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Competitive Paid Time Off

Flexible leave policies

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software development in Linux environments.
• Expertise in OpenStack, virtualization, and strong scripting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and troubleshoot OpenStack private cloud platforms.
• Optimize automation and provide technical leadership within the team.

Skills

C/C++

Go

Python

TCP/IP Networking

Scripting (Python, Bash)

Linux Administration

Troubleshooting

QA Methodologies

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

OpenStack

KVM

VMware

OpenSSL

Apache

iptables

MySQL

Tcpdump

Wireshark

Job description

Fortinet is seeking a skilled Staff DevOps Developer to join our FIO development team in Burnaby, BC. The candidate will be responsible for developing, testing, tracing, and troubleshooting OpenStack infrastructure components, ensuring quality assurance, and supporting the ongoing development of our OpenStack-based private cloud platform. This position is ideal for OpenStack specialists with expertise in virtualization, Ceph storage, networking, and software development with QA experience.

Job Responsibilities

1. Develop, test, and troubleshoot OpenStack private cloud platforms.
2. Optimize automation and performance of infrastructure components.
3. Identify and resolve technical issues independently and collaboratively.
4. Provide technical leadership and share expertise across the FIO team.
5. Work closely with developers to identify and fix defects, ensuring high-quality software.
6. Automate test cases and system monitoring through scripting.

Job Requirements

1. 10+ years of experience in software development within a Linux environment.
2. Proficiency in C/C++, Go, or Python with strong TCP/IP networking knowledge.
3. Experience with server virtualization (KVM, OpenStack, VMware, etc.).
4. Expertise in Linux administration (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu).
5. Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, etc.).
6. Deep understanding of TCP/IP, routing, and switching.
7. Familiarity with OpenSSL, Apache, iptables, MySQL, Tcpdump, Wireshark.
8. Knowledge of security concepts (firewalls, encryption, PKI, x509 certificates).
9. Experience in QA methodologies and software testing.
10. Proven ability to troubleshoot software logically and analytically.
11. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

The Canada base salary range for this full-time position is expected to be between $125,000 - $170,000 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.