Jobs
Benefits & Perks
•Competitive compensation
•Comprehensive benefits
•Flexible work environment
•Annual wellness and community outreach days
•Recognition programs
•Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Required Skills
Cloud Architecture
Software Design
System Software Development
Data Security
Debugging
Cloud Infrastructure
About Us:
Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work:
At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values:
Bold in how we dream and innovate
Responsive to feedback, challenges and opportunities
Accountable for results and best in class outcomes
Visionary in future focused problem-solving
Exceptional in execution and impact
Corporate Overview
In today’s cyber threat landscape, protection starts with people. At Proofpoint, that simple truth fuels our passion for protecting users, the data they create, and the systems they rely on from a uniquely people-centric perspective.
And we’re just as passionate about finding the right people to help us in that mission. When you join Proofpoint, you’re helping to:
· Build and enhance our proven security platform
· Blend innovation and speed in a constantly evolving cloud environment
· Analyze new threats and offer deep insight through data-driven intel
· Collaborate with customers to help solve their toughest security challenges
We are singularly devoted to helping our customers protect their greatest assets and biggest security risk: their people. That’s why we’re a leader in next-generation cybersecurity—and why more than half of the Fortune 100 trust us as a security partner.
About this role
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will have an opportunity to design and build the next generation of cloud and data security solutions. You will develop efficient software to build an internal representation of complex and large cloud infrastructures to analyze risks and vulnerabilities. You will have an opportunity to learn the internals of major public cloud providers (AWS, GCP, Azure, etc.) and put that into action developing product features. You will lead, design, and develop features on our scalable microservices based infrastructure for solving data security problems in SaaS applications. If you want to be at the forefront of cloud data security and want to work with an excellent engineering team to learn and grow your career, this may be THE opportunity you are looking for.
Life at Proofpoint as Senior Software Engineer:
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3 years of experience in building applications and services in one of AWS, GCP, and Azure
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4 years of experience in Python or NodeJS is preferred
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Experience in Scala/Java - advantage
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4 years of experience in cloud security is preferred
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6 years of experience building system or application software with modern technologies
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Prior experience building SaaS products is a plus
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Strong software design, complexity analysis, development, and debugging skills
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Good knowledge of cloud infrastructure and data security
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Bachelor’s degree in CS/EECS or similar. Master's degree in CS preferred.
Our culture encourages and respects people who are hands-on, honest, focused, and committed. For this role, it entails:
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A deep understanding of whatever you are working on
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An intuitive understanding of ROI for your tasks
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Taking end-to-end ownership
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Strong ability to work independently and meet goals/ deadlines with minimal direction/ guidance
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Being extremely curious and hungry to make an impact
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Learning quickly, enjoy and taking pride in both identifying and solving problems
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Moving fast without compromising quality and future ability to scale
Why Proofpoint
Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We’re a customer-focused and driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products—and many exciting reasons to join our team. We believe in hiring the best the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation. We are a diverse, multinational company with opportunities in all functions, and leaders that welcome candidates from all walks of life. Apply today and explore your future #Life AtProofpoint.
Why Proofpoint?
At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:
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Competitive compensation
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Comprehensive benefits
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Career success on your terms
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Flexible work environment
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Annual wellness and community outreach days
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Always on recognition for your contributions
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Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Our Culture:
Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.
We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibilityproofpoint.com.
How to Apply
Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!
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About Proofpoint
Reviews
4.1
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Work Life Balance
3.5
Compensation
2.0
Culture
3.0
Career
3.5
Management
3.0
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Pros
Opportunity to work on security product
Experience with full stack development
Convenient location/close to home
Cons
Below market compensation
Limited backend/general CS exposure
Salary not competitive with other offers
Salary Ranges
509 data points
Junior/L3
Mid/L4
Senior/L5
Junior/L3 · Business Analyst
1 reports
$135,035
total / year
Base
$117,291
Stock
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Bonus
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$135,035
$135,035
Interview Experience
2 interviews
Difficulty
3.0
/ 5
Duration
14-28 weeks
Offer Rate
100%
Experience
Positive 50%
Neutral 50%
Negative 0%
Interview Process
1
Application Review
2
Recruiter Phone Screen
3
Technical Phone Screen
4
Onsite/Virtual Interviews
5
Offer
Common Questions
Coding/Algorithm
Technical Knowledge
Behavioral/STAR
System Design
Culture Fit
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