Staff AI Application Engineer Lead

Staff AI Application Engineer Lead

Fortinet, Inc.

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) secures the largest enterprise, service provider, and government organizations around the world. Fortinet empowers its customers with intelligent, seamless protection across the expanding attack surface and the power to take on ever-increasing performance requirements of the borderless network - today and into the future. Only the Fortinet Security Fabric architecture can deliver security without compromise to address the most critical security challenges, whether in networked, application, cloud or mobile environments. Fortinet ranks number one in the most security appliances shipped worldwide and more than 500,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@fortinet.com.
 
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.



Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Staff Engineer?

A: To succeed as a Staff Engineer, one should possess strong technical skills such as in-depth knowledge of software development methodologies, proficiency in programming languages, and expertise in specific domains like cloud computing, cybersecurity, or artificial intelligence. Additionally, essential soft skills include effective communication, leadership, and mentoring abilities, as well as strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills to drive technical decisions and guide team members. These technical and soft skills enable Staff Engineers to drive technical strategy, lead complex projects, and contribute to the growth and development of their teams, ultimately supporting their career advancement and effectiveness in the role.

Q: What is the career path for a Staff Engineer?

A: A Staff Engineer's typical career progression involves starting as a Software Engineer or equivalent entry-level role, progressing to Senior Engineer or Technical Lead, and eventually becoming a Staff Engineer, a senior technical expert responsible for guiding teams and driving technical strategy. Key opportunities for skill development and growth include mentoring junior engineers, contributing to open-source projects, and developing expertise in emerging technologies, which can enhance their leadership, communication, and technical skills. Long-term, Staff Engineers may pursue leadership roles, such as Engineering Manager or Director of Engineering, or transition into technical leadership positions in other areas, like Product Management or Research and Development.



Fortinet, Inc. job posting for a Staff AI Application Engineer Lead in Sunnyvale, CA with a salary of $81,000 to $146,700 Annually with a map of Sunnyvale location.