Software Development Engineer

Fortinet

Core Team Senior Software Engineer contributing to cybersecurity innovation at Fortinet. Designing scalable backend solutions and leveraging AI tools for development efficiency.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeTel Aviv • 🇮🇱 IsraelMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and maintaining scalable backend systems using Python, with a strong focus on integrating AI-driven tools and optimizing performance through data analysis. Proven ability to lead technical projects in an Agile environment while mentoring peers and collaborating with global teams.

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Backend DevelopmentData EngineeringPython ProgrammingAgile Project LeadershipCloud Services (AWS or OCI)

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Hard Skills

Backend DevelopmentData EngineeringPython ProgrammingRelational DatabasesFastAPIDjangoDockerKubernetesRedisElasticSearch

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsTroubleshootingCommunicationMentoringInnovative Thinking

Tools & Technologies

AWSOCIDockerKubernetesPostgreSQLMySQLRedisElasticSearchFastAPIDjango

Industry Keywords

Agile EnvironmentScalable SystemsAI IntegrationPerformance OptimizationReal-Time Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDjangoDockerElasticSearchKubernetesMySQLPostgresPythonRedis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect & Scale: Design, develop, and maintain clean, highly scalable, and cost-efficient backend code.
Innovate: Evaluate and introduce cutting-edge technologies into our stack to keep our platform ahead of the curve.
Leverage AI in Development: Integrate AI-driven tools into your daily workflow to accelerate coding, automate testing, and streamline code reviews, maximizing development efficiency.
Data-Driven Optimization: Analyze system data and performance metrics to proactively improve efficiency and eliminate bottlenecks.

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years experience as a Backend and Data Engineer on production environment (Python - Advantage)
Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects, mentor peers, and drive architectural decisions in an Agile environment.
Experience with relational databases - e.g., PostgreSQL / MySQL
Experience with Redis and ElasticSearch
Experience with production real-time & high scalable production systems
Experience in developing backend services with known frameworks (FastAPI, Django, Celery, or any similar)
Experience with cloud web services (AWS or OCI – Advantage)
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes
Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve complex issues and find effective solutions
Innovative and sharp, ability to work in an Agile, dynamic environment with “Can do” approach
Excellent communication skills to work closely with global research teams defining new features based on the research results, and advising for possible out of the box technical solutions, and other teams for best integration

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being
Flexible working arrangements
Welcoming work environment designed for a rewarding career journey