Staff Software Development Engineer (SASE-MSSP)

Job Responsibilities:• Develop and maintain software components on current and future networking related products.• Design, develop and implement highly scalable software features and infrastructure on our next-generation security platform ready for cloud native deployment• Hands on in bug fixing current products.• Work closely with DevOps and QA team to deliver high quality products• Profile, optimize and tune systems software (management/control/dataplane) for efficient cloud operation• Implement software features of high quality and on schedule.• Communicate effectively, both verbal and written.Job Requirements:• Rich experience in cloud based product related software development and cross-platform development• Strong knowledge and experiences and hands-on programming skills in Python, and debugging skills;• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes or other container orchestration and traffic steering platforms• Strong understanding of principles of DevOps and Continuous Delivery• Good understanding of cloud-based product design's considerations and limitations in areas of microservice architectures, security, global network infrastructure, distributed systems, and load balancing.• Good knowledge in Firewall, IPSec, SSL, IdP, TLS, DNS, CASB, SDN, and TCP/IP networking• Knowledge of Go and C/C++ is a plus.Educational Requirements:• B.S. in Computer Science or Math or Electrical Engineering; M.S. preferredUS citizenship is requiredThe US base salary range for this full-time position is $185,000- $250,000. Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program.Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.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.Why Join Us:We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being. Embark on a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe.Fortinet makes possible a digital world that we can always trust through its mission to protect people, devices, and data everywhere. This is why the world’s largest enterprises, service providers, and government organizations choose Fortinet to securely accelerate their digital journey. The Fortinet Security Fabric platform delivers broad, integrated, and automated protections across the entire digital attack surface, securing critical devices, data, applications, and connections from the data center to the cloud to the home office. Ranking #1 in the most security appliances shipped worldwide, more than 615,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses. And the Fortinet NSE Training Institute, an initiative of Fortinet’s Training Advancement Agenda (TAA), provides one of the largest and broadest training programs in the industry to make cyber training and new career opportunities available to everyone.Full timePosting Date: 2026-05-05