Staff Software Development Engineer

Fortinet•Sunnyvale, CA

6d•$179,000 - $219,000

About The Position

Job Responsibilities: System-Level & Backend Development Design and develop robust, scalable backend and system-level software using Golang, C, or C++. Build efficient, reliable, and maintainable systems that operate seamlessly across Windows, Linux, and macOS environments. Network Programming & Communication Frameworks Develop and optimize network communication modules and integrations using TCP/IP, UDP, or custom transport protocols to enable reliable data exchange between distributed components and services. Performance, Reliability & Security Analyze and optimize system performance, concurrency, and memory usage. Implement secure coding practices and ensure the software meets reliability and stability requirements under high-performance workloads. Cross-System Integration & Architecture Work closely with infrastructure and platform teams to design interfaces between applications, services, and system components. Ensure consistent behavior and compatibility across different environments. Testing, Debugging & Documentation Design comprehensive test strategies, perform in-depth debugging and troubleshooting, and maintain detailed technical documentation including design specs, implementation notes, and API references. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical directions, propose innovative solutions, and continuously improve system design, development workflows, and code quality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in system-level or backend software development.
Proven track record in developing cross-platform or high-performance backend systems.
Solid understanding of operating system fundamentals (processes, threads, file systems, memory management, IPC, etc.).
Proficiency in Golang and/or C/C++.
Strong foundation in network programming, concurrent programming, and inter-process communication.
Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
Strong communication and collaboration abilities in cross-functional environments.
Self-motivated with a continuous learning mindset and the ability to adapt to emerging technologies.

Nice To Haves

Experience with system internals, low-level debugging, and performance profiling.
Familiarity with cloud service integration or distributed system design.
Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools for research, prototyping, and productivity improvement.

Responsibilities

Design and develop robust, scalable backend and system-level software using Golang, C, or C++.
Build efficient, reliable, and maintainable systems that operate seamlessly across Windows, Linux, and macOS environments.
Develop and optimize network communication modules and integrations using TCP/IP, UDP, or custom transport protocols to enable reliable data exchange between distributed components and services.
Analyze and optimize system performance, concurrency, and memory usage.
Implement secure coding practices and ensure the software meets reliability and stability requirements under high-performance workloads.
Work closely with infrastructure and platform teams to design interfaces between applications, services, and system components.
Ensure consistent behavior and compatibility across different environments.
Design comprehensive test strategies, perform in-depth debugging and troubleshooting, and maintain detailed technical documentation including design specs, implementation notes, and API references.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical directions, propose innovative solutions, and continuously improve system design, development workflows, and code quality.