Design and improve CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and rollback mechanisms.
Troubleshoot complex production issues across cloud infrastructure, backend services, databases, networking, and deployment systems.
Partner with product, QA, SRE, and security teams to deliver secure and highly available cloud services.
Drive continuous improvements in operational efficiency, automation, and platform scalability.
Participate in production support and on-call rotation to ensure service reliability.
Qualifications Required
8+ years of software engineering experience with at least 4 years in cloud platform or infrastructure engineering.
Strong Python programming skills.
Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform, OpenTofu, or similar technologies.
Experience building cloud-native services using containers and Kubernetes.
Experience designing and operating highly available distributed systems.
Strong Linux, networking, and troubleshooting skills.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
Excellent problem-solving skills with a systems-thinking mindset.
Must be able to work onsite in Santa Clara, CA five days per week and collaborate effectively with local and global engineering teams.
Preferred
Experience with one or more cloud platforms such as AWS, OpenStack, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Experience with ClickHouse or other distributed databases.
Experience with observability platforms, monitoring, logging, and alerting.
Experience designing disaster recovery and high availability solutions.
Experience building SaaS platforms or operating large-scale production services.
Experience in cybersecurity, SIEM, or cloud security products.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate enjoys building reliable cloud platforms rather than individual features. They are comfortable working across infrastructure, automation, backend services, and operations, and are passionate about improving scalability, reliability, and engineering efficiency through automation.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $179,000-$219,000. 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 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, experience, and geographic location.
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 890,000+ customers around the globe.
