Software Developer (Front-end)

Fortinet is growing and we are looking to hire a Software Developer to join our team in Ottawa. 

Job Skills Required

• 5 plus years of software development experience


• Familiar with cross-platform desktop application development environments ( Windows, MacOS, Linux ) and frameworks such as Electron


• Familiar with full stack web development skills and libs including Javascript, React/Redux, CSS, html5, PWA, Node.JS, MySQL or MongoDB


• Experience in C/C++ is an asset for the middle layer of this development


• Solid background in networking technologies and protocols


• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills


• Ability to take full ownership of assigned tasks and work well independently.


• Excellent communication skills and teamwork skills

One or more of the following experiences is a plus

• Telephony protocol such as VoIP/SIP


• Instant message protocols such as XMPP, Socket.io


• Web technologies including Websocket, WebRTC, WebAudio, HTTP/2


• Experience with MERN or LAMP stack


• Knowledge about Audio CODEC and Video CODEC such as opus, H.264, H.323


• Cloud computing development, such as AWS, Azure, etc.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

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 counselling, 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 the 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.