Software architect Jobs in Toronto, ON

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.

Fortinet is seeking an experienced Cloud Solution Architect. This individual will be part of the Cloud Security Consulting team and become the center of excellence for specific Cloud Security technology areas and associated Fortinet products/ solutions. They will need to be comfortable in front of customers of all levels and be able to deliver paid consulting services and proof of concepts. Ideal candidates will have excellent knowledge of public and/or private cloud technologies, software development experience, network/applicationsecurityexpertise,GenerativeAI/AgenticAIexperience,andsupportfour main areas of responsibility:

• CloudandAISecuritySolution Expert

  Assistcustomerswithcreatingmulti-cloudandhybridcloudsecurityblueprintswitha focusonvendor-neutralandcloud-agnosticdesignandimplementationbestpractices

  WorkwithotherteammemberstodevelopAgenticAIapplicationstoaddress customers’ challenges in the cloud and cybersecurity domains effectively

  BecomeanexpertinFortinetproductswithincloudsolutions

  Maintainknowledgeofcompetitiveproductsandservices

  Respondtoindustryanalystinquiriesandconductdemos

• TrustedAdvisor

  Attendcustomermeetingsandprovideexpertopiniononcloudsecuritydesign/ architecture

  Providecustomarchitectureandautomationcode,aspertherequirementssetbya given customer for their cloud deployments

  Publishreferencearchitecturesforspecificusecases

• ContinuousLearner

  Dedicateapercentageoftheirtimetoongoingtraining/educationfornewtechnologies

  Helpdrivetechnicalwebinarsandhands-ondemo’s

  HelptheNSEinstitutewithadvancedcoursematerials

  HelptrainingteamsatSETrainingevents

• Evangelist

  Publishpublicinformation,suchaswhitepapersandblogsaroundsalienttechnology topics

  Draftarchitecturepapersforin-depthanalysisandreasoningfortechnologyadoption

  Continuousactivenetworkingwithintheindustrytobuildrelationshipsandawareness

RequiredSkills:

• Theidealcandidatewillhave10+yearsinrolessuchasSE,ConsultingSE,Software Architect, or Solution Architect in the Cloud, Networking, Infrastructure, and/or Cybersecurity industries

  Indepthknowledgeandhandsonexperiencewithoneormoreofthefollowingpublic/ private cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP, NSX

  Proficiency in modern software architecture using CI/CD, DevOps tools (Ansible / CloudFormation/AzureARM),InfrastructureasCode(IaC),Scalability,andAPI-first strategy

  PriorexperienceinbuildingAgenticAIapplicationsishighlydesired

  WorkingknowledgeofPython,Javaand/orotherprogramminglanguages

  CloudcertificationssuchasAWSSolutionArchitectandGCPCloudArchitectaredesired

  PriorexperienceindesigningandbuildingapplicationsusingContainerandserverless technologies is preferred

  Excellentpresentationanddemoskills

  Superiordocumentationandtechnicalwritingcapabilities

  Fiveormoreyearsofexperiencewithcloudsolutions,virtualplatforms,andsoftware development

  ProficiencyinEnglishlanguagesis required

  Comfortableinpublicspeaking

Education:

• Bachelor'sDegreeorequivalentexperience.GraduateDegreefavorable

About Our Team:

Join our team, known for its collaborative ethos, working seamlessly with global customers, internal engineering teams and product development groups. Our team culture emphasizes continuous learning, innovation, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. We embrace Fortinet’s core values of openness, teamwork and innovation, fostering an environment where team members support each other, share knowledge, and leverage AI to solve complex technical challenges. Our inclusive and dynamic team thrives on collaboration and is driven by the shared goal of maintaining Fortinet’s high standards of excellence in cybersecurity solutions.

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 660,000+ customers around the globe.

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.

Must be authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship

On-target earnings (OTE) for this full-time position is expected to be between $182,300 - $222,900 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.

This job posting represents an existing vacancy.

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.