Senior Embedded Software Developer
- LocationBurnaby, BC, Canada
- Work typeHybrid
- Salary120k to 140k CAD a year
- EmploymentFull-time
- Posted22 October 2026
- SourceFortinet's careers page (Oracle Recruiting)
Live checkFirst seen 7 days ago; still listed on Fortinet's careers page 1 h ago.
At a glance
- Experience8+ years
- EducationBachelor's degree or equivalent
- Skills and toolsLinux, Git, Python
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About the role
Fortinet is looking for C Developers with a passion to improve and expand the rich feature set of our FortiGate firewall. You will join a dedicated team creating an innovative Unified Threat Management (UTM) feature set including Anti-Virus, Web Filter, Data Leak Prevention, and Anti-Spam.
You love tackling challenging problems and take pride in writing clean, well-structured code. You use and create tools that streamline development processes, allowing you to focus on building impactful solutions. Most importantly, you are eager to learn and grow — making your work rewarding and FortiGate the best it can be for our users.
Responsibilities:
· Implement and maintain software that powers our TLS stack and UTM feature set
· Stay up to date on new developments in application-layer protocols and software practices, suggesting improvements within the team
· Promote and uphold best coding and design practices
· Provide product improvement suggestions based on hands-on use of Fortinet products
· Research and define new areas of technology to enhance existing or future products; re-evaluate design and implementation of current code as needed
Requirements:
· 8+ years of experience in C/C++/Golang/Rust development
· Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
· Experience developing software in Linux or UNIX-like environments
· Knowledge of TLS, TCP/IP, POSIX APIs, and socket programming
· Familiarity with source control systems (Git or others)
· Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and methodologies
Assets:
· Understanding of networking and security concepts, especially in TLS stack
· Experience with scripting languages (Shell, Python, or Perl)
· Basic understanding of Linux/UNIX server or system management
Education:
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
The Canada base salary range for this full-time position is expected to be between $120,000 - $140,000 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.
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