Software Security Engineer

Fortinet; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortinet seeks a Software Security Engineer to secure the FortiDLP product, handle threat modeling, and maintain robust vulnerability checks. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of software engineering experience, strong programming skills, and a collaborative spirit. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of software engineering experience required.
• Familiar with computer science fundamentals.
• Experience in Golang and security concepts.

Responsibilities

• Champion security throughout the FortiDLP product.
• Conduct threat modeling and code reviews.
• Maintain and tune automatic vulnerability checks.

Skills

Programming Skills

Threat Modelling

Security Concepts

Backend Development

Collaboration

Clear Communication

Tools

Golang

Checkmarx

Trivy

Kics

DAST Tools

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. We are currently seeking a dynamicSoftware Security Engineer

to contribute to the success of our rapidly growing business.

As aSoftware Security Engineer, you will:

• Championing security throughout the FortiDLP product.
• Threat modelling, design and code review.
• Maintaining and tuning automatic vulnerability checks within Continuous Integration systems.
• Triage findings of scanning tools and ensure prompt remediations.
• Liaising with the Fortinet Infosec team to ensure compliance with SOC 2 and ISO 27k certifications.
• Contribute code to FortiDLP’s backend services.
• Help maintain up-to-date and vulnerability-free dependencies.

We Are Looking For:

An insightful and influential collaborator to join our team. We encourage you to apply for this position if you have the following qualities:

• Strong programming skills backed by at least 3-5 years of software engineering experience
• Familiarity with computer science fundamentals and backend development concepts
• Experience in Golang.
• Experience with threat modelling and security concepts.
• Experience with Checkmarx/Trivy/Kics or similar tools, as well as DAST tooling in general.

We work on complex, cross-functional features that require close collaboration with engineers across the stack, product managers, technical writers, and support teams. Team members contribute throughout the development lifecycle — from writing technical specifications and coordinating implementation to demoing features internally, supporting launches, and ensuring our solutions are well-documented and maintainable. We also work closely with the support and QA teams to prepare for releases, debug early issues in the field, and ensure a smooth rollout experience. High engineering standards are central to our team culture, including thorough code reviews, rigorous testing, and shared responsibility for quality and reliability.

We’re looking for engineers who communicate clearly, work well with a wide range of collaborators, and enjoy building shared understanding across disciplines. The role suits people who are thoughtful partners to product managers and support teams, value feedback as part of the development process, and bring a sense of ownership and care to both their code and their collaboration

Why Join Us:

At Fortinet, we embrace diversity and inclusivity. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and identities. Explore our welcoming work environment designed for a rewarding career journey with an attractive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe.

We will only notify shortlisted candidates.

Fortinet will not entertain any unsolicited resumes, please refrain from sending them to any Fortinet employees or Fortinet email aliases. Should any Agency submit any resumes to Fortinet, these resumes if considered, will be assumed to have been given by the Agency free of any related fees/charges.

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