Software developer jobs in San Mateo, CA and nearby (143 jobs)

Software developer jobs within 25 miles of San Mateo, CA. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Nov 8, 2026

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Open jobs: 143
Employers: 64

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Average starting payUSD / year: $133,330Across 23 listings

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Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 9%13 listings
On-site: 39%56 listings

Not specified: 52% (74 listings)

Employers hiring include Jobsbridge (17), Stanford (8), Apple (7).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

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Wireless Embedded Software Developer, KMM, Amazon Leo
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Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC
Sunnyvale, CA
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Senior Software Developer in Test - HIL Engineer
Ford Global
Palo Alto, CA
As a Software Developer in Test, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated tests for our embedded software products.
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Principal Embedded Software Developer
Fortinet
Sunnyvale, CA
Develop and maintain software components on current and future networking related products.
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Principal Embedded Software Developer
Fortinet
Sunnyvale, CA
…data everywhere. We are currently seeking a Principal Embedded Software Developer for our FortiSwitch…
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Principal Software Developer Engineer
Fortinet
Sunnyvale, CA
…devices, and data everywhere. We are currently seeking a Principal Software Developer Engineer for our FortiSwitch…
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Software Developer
Fortinet
Sunnyvale, CA
…networking and security. Fortinet is seeking a Senior Windows Software Developer to join our FortiClient Software…
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Staff Software Developer
Fortinet
Santa Clara, CA
FortiSASE team is looking for a highly motivated full stack software engineer who can thrive in a fast pace environment and successfully contribute to the team. The ideal candidate will…
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Staff Software Developer – IVI Test Infrastructure
Ford Global
Palo Alto, CA
…developers, integration engineers, and QA teams rely on to validate software across vehicles, mobile, and cloud. This is a hands-on IC lead role where you’ll define infrastructure, guide…
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Senior Principal Software Developer
Oracle
Santa Clara, CA
- $135,200 to $306,400 USD / year
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Software Developer - iOS (US)
TextNow, Inc.
San Francisco, CA
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Software Developer - Backend
TextNow, Inc.
San Francisco, CA
- $136,300 to $273,900 USD / year
As a Software Developer - Backend, you won’t just build services - you’ll shape the systems, architecture, and tooling that make them possible. At TextNow, Members of Technical Staff…
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Software Developer - Android (US)
TextNow, Inc.
San Francisco, CA
- $136,300 to $273,900 USD / year
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Senior Software Developer, AI
TextNow, Inc.
San Francisco, CA
- $200,400 to $248,000 CAD / year
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Senior Software Developer, AI
TextNow, Inc.
San Francisco, CA
- $136,300 to $273,900 USD / year
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Principal Software Developer, Backend Platform
MaintainX (An Autodesk Company)
San Francisco, CA
- $175,000 to $225,000 USD / year
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Software Developer Engineer in Test (SDET)
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Sunnyvale, CA
…first Autonomous Security Force: autonomous machines, AI-driven software, and elite security professionals operating as one integrated managed service. The Company is on a mission to make…
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San Francisco, CA
- $100,000 USD / year
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Fortinet

Principal Embedded Software Developer

Sunnyvale, CA, United States

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $170,000 - $210,000.

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Pay: The US base salary range for this full-time position is $170,000 - $210,000.
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in Networking, particularly in switching, related embedded software development.
Posting language: English
Posted: May 7, 2026

Original job description

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 Principal Embedded Software Developer for our FortiSwitch Team

As a Principal Embedded Software Developer, you will:

Develop and maintain software components on current and future products.
Be responsible for the development of the networking-related features of the FortiSwitch product line.
Mentor 1-2 junior developers in feature development
Take a hands on in bug fixing current products.
Implement software features of high quality and on schedule.
Communicate effectively, both verbal and written.

We Are Looking For:

Minimum of 10 years of experience in Networking, particularly in switching, related embedded software development.
B.S. in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering; M.S. preferred.
Experience in implementing L2/L3 features such as STP, DHCP, LACP, LLDP, MC-LAG, Private VLAN, L2/L3 Multicast, EVPN, RIP, OSPF, IS-IS, BGP, TRILL 803.1X, Port Extension, Switch Stacking, Open vSwitch.
In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP networking, switching and routing.
Understanding of workings of Broadcom/Marvell/RealTek switching ASICs in an Ethernet switch/router.
Strong C/C++ experience in Unix/Linux environment is essential.
Experience with ARM, PPC and x86 architectures in a multi process/thread programming environment
Familiarity with system installations, configurations, and troubleshooting.
Knowledge of scripting languages: Shell, Ruby, Python a plus.
Understanding of general QA procedures and methodologies as well as software development fundamentals.
Experience with firewalls is a plus
Experience with Linux kernel and driver development is plus.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $170,000 - $210,000. Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program. Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. 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.

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. 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 (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.

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Software development
Computer science
Electrical engineering
DHCP
OSPF
BGP
C
C++
UNIX
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Troubleshooting
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