Fortinet is offering an exciting opportunity and hiring an Embedded Software Developer to help with our Forti Authenticator product development. The Forti Authenticator builds on the foundations of Fortinets Single Sign-On, adding a greater range of user identification methods and scalability.
The Forti Authenticator is the gatekeeper of authorization into the Fortinet-secured enterprise network identifying users, querying access permissions from third-party systems and communicating this information to Forti Gates and other devices on the network in order to enforce user policies.

Job Responsibilities:

At Fortinet, you will be involved in the full development lifecycle of a product that has a real impact in reducing security threats.  You will use your skills to design, develop, maintain and improve new and existing firmware components that are the backbone of the product, such as:

Authentication daemons
High-availability and load-balancing components
Single Sign On services
Cryptographic operations
System services

Desired Skills and Experience:

5+ years of software development in a Unix/Linux environment
Excellent C/C++ programming
Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Experience with network programming (TCP/IP)
Experience with cryptography and/or authentication protocols (RADIUS, LDAP, SAML, Kerberos) is a plus
Experience using source control software (SVN, Git)
Experience with Python programming
Experience with SQL database

Desired Personal Attributes:

Positive attitude
Nimble mind
Superior problem solving
High motivation to succeed
Good communicator

Educational Requirements:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, related field or equivalent experience.

The Canada base salary range for this full-time position is expected to be between $100,000 - $135,000 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.