We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Hardware Developer to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design, implementation, and validation of complex electronic circuits for our next-generation products. A strong focus is on both analog and digital circuit design, requiring hands-on lab proficiency and excellent collaboration skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Analog Circuit Design: Design and validate foundational analog circuits, including active and passive filters, amplifiers, level shifters, voltage translation circuits, and multiplexing solutions.

• Digital/Logic Design: Develop and implement digital and logical electronics circuits as required for system functionality and control.

• Schematic and PCB Design: Utilize Cadence Capture and Allegro for professional-grade schematic capture and PCB layout design (layout guidance and review).

• Serial communication bus: Ensure successful system integration through proficient familiarity with serial communication buses, including I2C, SPI, eSPI, QSPI, LPC, and UART.

• PCB routing and reviewing: Ensure the correct PCB implementation of the serial communication buses, including I2C, SPI, eSPI, QSPI, LPC, and UART. Validate the layout implementation, focusing on proper analog and digital connection routing, power/ground plane design, and component placement.

• Laboratory Validation: Perform hands-on characterization and debugging using advanced lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, frequency response analyzers (FRA), RLC meters, Vector Network Analyzers (VNA), and signal generators.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with firmware, mechanical, and software teams to define requirements, resolve integration issues, and ensure product success across all disciplines.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

• At least 2 years of professional experience in electronics hardware design.

• Proven ability to design, simulate, and debug complex analog circuits.

• Expertise in both schematic capture and PCB layout practices using the Cadence tool suite (Capture and Allegro).

• Deep understanding and practical experience with common serial communication protocols (I2C, SPI, etc.).

• Strong hands-on lab skills and proficiency with advanced measurement and analysis equipment (FRA, VNA, advanced oscilloscopes).

• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to thrive in a cross-functional team environment.

The Canada base salary range for this full-time position is expected to be between $92,300- $112,800 annually, plus RSUs. 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. 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.

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.

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.