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About Fortinet
Fortinet is a US-based cybersecurity company best known for its FortiGate next-generation firewalls. It sells a broad security platform spanning network security, SD-WAN, endpoint protection, cloud security, and SIEM/SOC operations.
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The Principal Embedded Software Developer joins the FortiSwitch team to develop and maintain software components for current and future products. This role involves developing networking-related features, mentoring junior developers, performing hands-on bug fixing, and ensuring high-quality feature implementation on schedule. The ideal candidate possesses over ten years of experience in networking and embedded software development, specifically regarding switching. Key technical requirements include proficiency in C/C++ within Unix/Linux environments, knowledge of ARM, PPC, and x86 architectures, and familiarity with scripting languages like Shell, Ruby, or Python. Candidates must demonstrate expertise in TCP/IP, L2/L3 features such as STP, OSPF, BGP, and EVPN, alongside an understanding of Broadcom, Marvell, or RealTek switching ASICs. The role focuses on solving complex networking challenges within the FortiSwitch product line to enhance switch and router functionality.
Develop and maintain software components for current and future product lines.
Develop networking-related features specifically for the FortiSwitch product line.
Mentor junior developers during the feature development process.
Perform hands-on bug fixing for existing products.
Implement high-quality software features according to established schedules.
Utilize C/C++ in Unix/Linux environments to develop embedded software.
What we're looking for
Minimum of 10 years of experience in networking and related embedded software development.
B.S. in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering; M.S. (preferred).
In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP networking, switching, routing, and Broadcom/Marvell/RealTek switching ASICs.
Experience implementing L2/L3 features such as STP, DHCP, LACP, LLDP, MC-LAG, Private VLAN, Multicast, EVPN, RIP, OSPF, IS-IS, BGP, TRILL, 802.1X, and Open vSwitch.
Strong C/C++ experience in a Unix/Linux environment is essential.
Experience with ARM, PPC, and x86 architectures in multi-process/thread programming environments.
Knowledge of scripting languages (Shell, Ruby, Python), firewalls, and Linux kernel/driver development (preferred).
C
Embedded Linux
ARM
RISC-V
Linux Kernel
Socket Programming
IPsec
MANET
MIMO
UltraScale+
Microchip Polarfire
Ethernet
NIST FIPS 140-3
NIAP Common Criteria