Junior Software Developer

Fortinet•Santa Clara, CA

About The Position

Join Fortinet as a Junior Software Developer and play a pivotal role in the entire software development lifecycle of our existing and forthcoming GenAI products and more. This position offers the chance to engage in various stages of the development process, from debugging and testing to contributing to the design and implementation of innovative features. You will utilize cutting-edge GenAI technologies to enhance our next-generation GenAI platform, setting new standards for Fortinet products. Our team is dedicated to creating cutting-edge solutions such as FortiChatAI and other GenAI innovations, aiming to seamlessly integrate AI across our product range.

Requirements

Prior professional experience is not required.
Strong proficiency in Python on Linux is required.
Knowledge/Experience with a deep understanding of AWS or Azure, and containerized environments.
Solid understanding of LLM and associated development environments;
Knowledge in Web development
Knowledge in relational and vector database development
Knowledge in software design, architecture, and multithreading programming
Knowledge of professional software engineering practices, including version control, coding standards, and code reviews.
Familiarity with QA standards and software development principles.
Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively juggle various tasks.
Highly motivated, responsible, adaptable, capable of learning new technologies swiftly, and keen in innovation.
Excellent team collaboration, a proactive attitude, and strong problem-solving skills are essential.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience with additional programming languages such as Java or C++ is a plus.
Docker is preferred.
Experience in GenAI development is beneficial.
Master’s and Ph.D. degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain Fortinet’s GenAI/ML software systems.
Direct involvement in troubleshooting and resolving issues in existing products.
Execute system integrations in both cloud-based and on-premises environments.
Ensure code quality and manage updates using source control systems.
Optimize and support existing software systems and document maintenance procedures.
Develop and implement new software features promptly and with high quality according to specifications.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
life and disability insurance
401(k)
11 paid holidays
vacation time
sick time
comprehensive leave program
Fortinet equity program
Bonus eligibility
supportive work environment
competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being