Principal Software Developer Engineer
FortinetSunnyvale, California, United States
Posted October 1, 2025
170000 - 210000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Fortinet makes possible a trusted digital world by protecting people, devices, and data everywhere to securely accelerate digital transformation.
Job Description
Fortinet is seeking a Principal Software Developer Engineer to join their FortiSwitch team. The role focuses on developing software components, bug fixing, and feature implementation for the FortiSwitch Virtual Machine product line and Marvell CPSS SDK. The position requires collaboration with hardware teams and close communication with Linux kernel developers.
Requirements
- 12 years of experience in Networking software development
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering (M.S. preferred)
- Strong C/C++ skills and experience with Linux
- Experience with Marvell switching ASICs and SDKs
- Experience with KVM and VMware virtualization
- Experience in developing applications running in a Virtualization environment
- Familiarity with multi-process/thread programming environment
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k)
- Vacation time
- Sick time
- Comprehensive leave program
