Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Fortinet

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Work type: On-site
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Salary: $140,000–$190,000 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 179 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $192k

This role $165k

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This role pays less than 76% of similar roles. Most pay $168,290–$214,750 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $165k versus about $192k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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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.

Fortinet currently has 57 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $150,000–$210,000 across 43 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Principal Embedded Software Engineer

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The Principal Embedded Software Engineer joins the WiFi team to support the development of Enterprise Wireless solutions. This role involves participating in all phases of the software development cycle to drive new product launches and feature development. The engineer will be responsible for developing secured enterprise wireless products, implementing wifi security protocols, and performing Linux kernel and driver development for popular wifi chipsets. To succeed, the candidate must possess proficient C programming skills, strong knowledge of network and system design, and a passion for Linux kernel and application development. Preferred experience includes 802.11, 802.1x, and enterprise wireless solutions. The role requires solving complex problems within the domain of secure networking infrastructure while collaborating with a close-knit team of experienced software developers to deliver innovative technology in the enterprise wireless space.

What does a Embedded Software Engineer earn?

Median $155976 from 78 postings across 16 companies.

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Skills

C Linux Kernel Driver Development WiFi 802.11 802.1x System Design Embedded Software Firmware

What you'll do

Develop secured enterprise wireless products and features.
Perform Linux kernel and driver development for popular Wi-Fi chipsets.
Implement Wi-Fi security protocols.
Execute all phases of the software development cycle for new product launches.
Solve complex technical problems and troubleshoot system issues.
Design network and system architectures for enterprise solutions.

What we're looking for

Proficiency in C programming.
Experience with Linux kernel and driver development for popular Wi-Fi chipsets.
Strong knowledge or experience with network and system design.
Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
802.11, 802.1x, and Enterprise Wireless solution experience (preferred).
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.
Master's Degree (preferred).

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