Embedded Software Developer

Fortinet is looking for Embedded Software Developers who are passionate about enhancing and expanding the rich feature set of our FortiGate firewall. You will join a dedicated team developing innovative SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network) solutions, including routing protocols, policy-based routing, link quality measurement, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and AI-based routing algorithms.

You enjoy tackling complex technical challenges and take pride in writing clean, efficient, and well-structured code. You leverage existing tools and develop new ones to streamline development processes, allowing you to focus on delivering impactful solutions. Most importantly, you are eager to learn, grow, and continuously improve, contributing to the ongoing innovation and excellence of FortiGate products.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain software components that support our TCP/IP stack and SD-WAN feature set.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, application-layer protocols, and software development best practices, and proactively recommend improvements.
• Promote and uphold high standards of software design, coding quality, and maintainability.
• Identify opportunities for product enhancements through hands-on experience with Fortinet products.
• Research and explore emerging technologies to enhance existing and future AI-based SD-WAN routing algorithms.
• Evaluate and refine existing software designs and implementations to improve performance, reliability, and efficiency.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in C/C++ programming and software development.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience developing software in Linux or UNIX-like environments.
• Solid understanding of Operating System, TCP/IP networking, POSIX APIs, and socket programming.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies, tools, and development methodologies.

Assets:

• Understanding of networking and cybersecurity concepts, particularly RIP/OSPF/BGP protocols and their implementation.
• Familiarity with machine learning (ML) and deep learning concepts, including supervised and unsupervised learning, reinforcement learning, neural networks, and AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and Hugging Face.
• Knowledge of Large Language Models (LLMs), Small Language Models (SLMs), and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), including prompt engineering, embeddings, fine-tuning, model inference, and resource-efficient AI deployment in Linux or embedded environments.
• Basic knowledge of Linux/UNIX system administration and server management.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. A Master's degree or Ph.D. is considered an asset.

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.