Software Developer (Android)

Job summary

The developer will design and implement new features for Android while maintaining and optimizing shared C/C++ libraries integrated with NDK. They are also responsible for troubleshooting complex technical issues and ensuring high-quality, maintainable code across platforms.

Job details

We are looking for a skilled Software Developer to join our team, working across Android. This role primarily focuses on developing new features and handling complex maintenance tasks, such as refactoring, troubleshooting challenging issues, and optimizing existing systems. Our Android projects share a C/C++ library, which integrates with NDK on Android. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in Android development and network knowledge while being eager to learn and adapt to new technologies. Key Responsibilities: * Design and implement new features for Android. * Maintain and improve our shared C/C++ library, ensuring seamless integration with NDK (Android). * Work on complex maintenance tasks, including code refactoring, performance optimizations, and troubleshooting challenging technical issues. * Write high-quality, maintainable, and efficient code while following best practices. * Debug and resolve complex issues across multiple platforms. * Continuously learn and adapt to new technologies as needed. Requirements: * Strong programming experience in C/C++ with hands-on knowledge of NDK. * Proficiency in developing native applications for Android (Java, Kotlin, NDK). * Familiarity with networking, security, and performance optimization. * Experience working with multi-platform shared libraries. * Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code. * Strong problem-solving skills, excellent troubleshooting abilities, and a passion for coding. * Eagerness to learn new technologies. Nice to Have: * Experience with low-level system programming and networking protocols. * Knowledge of cloud services and backend infrastructure. * Experience with VPN technologies, network security, and SSL/TLS. * If you're passionate about solving challenging technical problems and working on a multi-platform codebase, we'd love to hear from you! The Canada base salary range for this full-time position is expected to be between $117,000 - $143,000 annually. 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, and experience. Fortinet strives to provide you and your family with a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits eligibility starts on your first day of hire and comprises of 100% company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, including a Health Spending Account and a Personal Spending Account that gives you flexibility to spend where you need it the most. Our Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers you and your family access to various services like counseling, legal advice, mental health resources etc. We also provide critical illness, disability, and life insurance, as well as a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with a company match to help you save faster for retirement. We offer competitive Paid Time Off and flexible leave policies, including paid health days, to help you take care of yourself and your family members. 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.

What you’ll do

The developer will design and implement new features for Android while maintaining and optimizing shared C/C++ libraries integrated with NDK. They are also responsible for troubleshooting complex technical issues and ensuring high-quality, maintainable code across platforms.

Requirements

Candidates must have strong programming experience in C/C++ with hands-on NDK knowledge and proficiency in native Android development using Java or Kotlin. Familiarity with networking, security, and performance optimization is required, along with a strong ability to solve complex technical problems.

Benefits

• Medical coverage • Dental coverage • Vision coverage • Health Spending Account • Personal Spending Account • Employee & Family Assistance Plan • Critical illness insurance • Disability insurance • Life insurance • Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan • Paid Time Off • Flexible leave policies • Paid health days • Equity program

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Kotlin · Preferred
• Java · Preferred
• C++ · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Android development
• C
• C++
• NDK
• Java
• Kotlin
• Networking
• Security
• Performance optimization
• Multi-platform shared libraries
• Troubleshooting
• Problem-solving
• System programming
• VPN technologies
• SSL/TLS
• Backend infrastructure
• Fortinet
• Cloud Services
• Technical Issues
• Time Off Management
• Android Development
• Willingness To Learn
• C (Programming Language)
• Java (Programming Language)
• Android (Operating System)
• Android NDK
• Mental Health
• C++ (Programming Language)
• Debugging
• Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
• Problem Solving
• Labor Economics
• Network Security
• Network Protocols
• Transport Layer Security (TLS)
• System Programming
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Teamwork
• Codebase
• Code Refactoring
• Shared Libraries

Job areas

• Software
• Technology
• Engineering
• Security & Safety
• Android Software Developer
• Android Developer / Engineer
• Applications Programmers
• Software Developers