[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Fortinet jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fortinet/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Fortinet · Japan # Software Development Engineer (FortiSwitchNMS) - Kawasaki Japan On-site Software Engineering Listed on Fortinet’s official careers site. Posted February 26, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Fortinet’s careers site →](https://edel.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/22230) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Fortinet](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fortinet/) / Software Development Engineer (FortiSwitchNMS) - Kawasaki ## Job description ### Location Kawasaki (Japan) 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 dynamic Software Development Engineer to contribute to the success of our rapidly growing business. As a Software Development Engineer, you will: As a staff member of the Software Development Department, responsible for software development to manage router and LAN switch products. Work with internal teams to investigate current and future architectures, requirements, and technology needs. Responsible for one or more functions/modules of software to be embedded into the product, and develops them from basic design to detailed design, coding, testing, and bug fixing. Work cross-functionally with software development, hardware development, and quality assurance to provide high-quality products. Proactively participate in technical and complex problem solving. Research new technologies and tools in the industry and devise new features and solutions. ### We Are Looking For An insightful and influential collaborator to join our team. We encourage you to apply for this position if you have the following qualities: 1+ years of software development experience in the IT/software industry Experience with the following. (do not need to match all of them) - Experience in development and system construction utilizing UNIX-based OS (Linux, BSD) - Experience developing applications in JavaScript, Python, or other languages. - Experience developing applications using WEB framework (Angular, Django) - Knowledge and experience with Layer 2 network protocols - Knowledge and experience with Layer 3 network protocols - Knowledge and experience with security features of network switch - Experience developing user interface and business logic applications. - Familiarity with technologies such as REST API, NETCONF, SNMP, Telemetry, Ansible, etc. Emphasis on teamwork Inquisitiveness for new technology Want to develop high quality products. Native level Japanese Ability to read and understand English documents, ability to communicate in English via email - Ability to speak English is a plus ### Why Join Us At Fortinet, we embrace diversity and inclusivity. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and identities. Explore our welcoming work environment designed for a rewarding career journey with an attractive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe. We will only notify shortlisted candidates. Fortinet will not entertain any unsolicited resumes, please refrain from sending them to any Fortinet employees or Fortinet email aliases. Should any Agency submit any resumes to Fortinet, these resumes if considered, will be assumed to have been given by the Agency free of any related fees/charges. #LI-GS1 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Feb 26, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 234 days - Location: Japan - Work arrangement: On-site[Apply on Fortinet’s careers site →](https://edel.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/22230) ## More jobs at Fortinet ### [Software Development Engineer (Routing features) - Kawasaki](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fortinet/jobs/d0602b69da909c628bac/) Japan ### [Software Development Engineer (Security features) - Kawasaki](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fortinet/jobs/b423d0e5fc779a940963/) Japan ### [AI Application Developer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fortinet/jobs/4e85675f440789a60a13/) Burnaby, BC, Canada ### [AI DevOps Developer (Content Services)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fortinet/jobs/bba571e28ec6ca007785/) Burnaby, BC, Canada ### [Cloud Security Developer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fortinet/jobs/74bedf36f21ae7317376/) Sunnyvale, CA, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Software Development Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ntt/jobs/b39531d39d7391336e5b/) NTT · Beijing, China ### [Software Development Engineer III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/1eec233523875dadc002/) Hitachi · Mexico ### [Junior Software Engineer (Application Development Engineer)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abb/jobs/6e1179f806fb2c8e3d0c/) ABB · Xiamen, Fujian, China ### [Software Development Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/da8b48e63aefbe7be6be/) Siemens ### [Software Development Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cvs-health/jobs/a4265e2b7aa9dc6eb136/) CVS Health OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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