Location: Taiwan (Banqiao)

Join Fortinet, a cybersecurity pioneer with over two decades of excellence, as we continue to shape the future of cybersecurity and redefine the intersection of networking and security. At Fortinet, our mission is to safeguard people, devices, and data everywhere. We are currently seeking a dynamic Firmware Engineer  to contribute to the success of our rapidly growing business.

This Firmware Engineer will specialize in networking protocols to join our wireless router firmware team. This role will focus on implementing and optimizing TR-069/TR-369/TR-181 and MQTT protocols in our LinksysWRT and prplWrt-based router products, with potential expansion to RDK-based solutions.

As a Firmware Engineer, you will:

Develop and maintain TR-069/TR-369/TR-181 protocol implementations in router firmware Design and implement MQTT systems for device management and IoT connectivity Create robust protocol test frameworks within our CI/CD pipeline Troubleshoot complex protocol and interoperability issues Document protocol interfaces and integrations for internal reference Evaluate and potentially implement RDK protocol components for future products Collaborate with the architecture team on protocol feature implementation

We Are Looking For:

An insightful and influential collaborator to join our team. We encourage you to apply for this position if you have the following qualities:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field 8+ years of experience in embedded firmware development Strong knowledge of TR-069, TR-369, and TR-181 protocols and implementations Experience with MQTT protocol implementation in embedded systems Proficiency in C/C++ programming for embedded environments Understanding of router management systems and remote configuration Experience with OpenWrt/LinksysWRT development Knowledge of open source license management and compliance in product development Experience with prplWrt protocol integration Familiarity with RDK management interfaces Knowledge of device management security best practices Experience with automated protocol testing methodologies Understanding of IoT protocols beyond MQTT (XMPP, CoAP, etc.) Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools for protocol optimization Experience with protocol performance optimization in resource-constrained environments Ability to evaluate and integrate open source components while managing license obligations

Why Join Us:

At Fortinet, we embrace diversity and inclusivity. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and identities. Explore our welcoming work environment designed for a rewarding career journey with an attractive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe.

 

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