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Sr. Software Dev QA Engineer

FortinetSunnyvale, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 14 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Sr. Software Dev QA Engineer role at Fortinet offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge cybersecurity platforms, perfect for those eager to expand their technical expertise and collaborate within a dynamic team. You will play a key part in developing high-throughput firewall solutions for major carriers, making this an ideal position for motivated individuals passionate about learning and tackling complex challenges in a globally recognized company.

Quick Overview

Salary
$130k - $150k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Job Description

Fortinet is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our company, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, military/veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.

Job Description

Fortinet is developing a powerful platform that combines the security for the datacenter and carrier solutions that enables organizations to efficiently manage, scale and secure their networks. This QA Engineer will be part of this exciting development and will be working with a strong technical team that has experience delivering the solutions to large carriers. Participate in building a High-end firewall platform for data centers/Carriers that provides high throughput packet processing to the service provider using latest networking technologies. Our ideal candidate is willing to learn new skillsets and take on challenges.

Job Duties:
  • Conduct functional validation on new generation cyber security and networking products using a blend of manual and auto-testing methodologies.
  • Execute testing activity alignment with established CI/CD build process.
  • Design, configure and optimize scalable hardware, virtual environment and network infrastructure.
  • Explorer FortiGate features and develop new test approach with necessary test tools and skills.
  • Work closely with Developers, QA, and others to understand new features, user cases.
  • Identify, document, and track software defects found during testing.
  • Write and maintain automation scripts.
  • Passionate, motivated, and always willing to learn and explore new technologies.
  • Thrive in a collaborative, fast-team environment with excellent communication and problem-solving skill

Job Experience Required:
  • 3+ years of testing in QA engineering with a blend of manual and automation testing.
  • Strong knowledge on automation testing framework, Python, Pytest, Robot framework, and Linux Bash scripting.
  • Solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing and switching, DNS, DHCP, VPN, HA.
  • Experience with network infrastructure, hardware, and troubleshooting.
  • Hands-on experience on VM configuration, with ESXI, Proxmox system or Docker container.
  • Understanding of general QA procedures and methodologies.
  • Able to manage priority and delivery high quality design under tight deadline
  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with ability to work effectively with engineering and cross functional team
  • Have any networking certification like FCA/FCP/FCSS, CCNA/CCNP etc. is a plus.
  • New graduate with AI related skill is preferred.

Educational Requirement:

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science/Engineering, or equivalent

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000-$150,000. Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program. Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. 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.

Skills

Docker
TCP/IP
Bash
DNS
Proxmox
Python
pytest

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