Senior Software Engineer

Proofpoint

6+ Years | Bangalore, Karnataka, India (Remote) | Full Time | 1 day ago

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Job Summary

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will design and build next-generation cloud and data security solutions. You will develop efficient software for complex cloud infrastructures to analyze risks and vulnerabilities, learning the internals of major public cloud providers like AWS, GCP, and Azure. You will lead, design, and develop features on a scalable microservices-based infrastructure for SaaS application data security. This role offers an opportunity to be at the forefront of cloud data security and grow your career with an excellent engineering team.

Must Have

Design and build cloud and data security solutions.
Develop efficient software for cloud infrastructure analysis.
Lead and develop features on scalable microservices infrastructure.
3+ years experience building applications in AWS, GCP, or Azure.
6+ years experience building system/application software.
Strong software design, complexity analysis, development, debugging skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Good knowledge of cloud infrastructure and data security.
Bachelor’s degree in CS/EECS or similar.

Good to Have

4+ years experience in Python or NodeJS.
4+ years experience in cloud security.
Prior experience building SaaS products.
Master's degree in CS.

Perks & Benefits

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Career success on your terms
Flexible work environment
Annual wellness and community outreach days
Always on recognition for your contributions
Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.

Job Description

About Us:

We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We’re driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. 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.

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

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.

Requirements:

3+ years of experience in building applications and services in one of AWS, GCP, and Azure
4+ years of experience in Python or NodeJS is preferred
4+ years of experience in cloud security is preferred
6+ years of experience building system or application software with modern technologies
Prior experience building SaaS products is a plus Strong software design, complexity analysis, development and debugging skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Good knowledge of cloud infrastructure, and data security
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:

A deep understanding of whatever you are working on
An intuitive understanding of ROI for your tasks
Taking end-to-end ownership
Strong ability to work independently and meet goals/ deadlines with minimal direction/ guidance
Being extremely curious and hungry to make an impact Learning quickly, enjoy and taking pride in both identifying and solving problems
Moving fast without compromising quality and future ability to scale

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:

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Career success on your terms

· Flexible work environment

· Annual wellness and community outreach days

· Always on recognition for your contributions

· 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 accessibility@proofpoint.com.

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:

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.

Flexible work environment: [Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.].

Annual wellness and community outreach days

Always on recognition for your contributions

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 accessibility@proofpoint.com. How to Apply Interested? Submit your application here https://www.proofpoint.com/us/company/careers. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Proofpoint Best Places to Work Awards

Proofpoint has been honored with six Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Career Growth, Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams.

About Us

Our BRAVE Values:

At Proofpoint, we are BRAVE in everything we do, and our values aren’t just words—they shape how we work, collaborate, and grow.

We seek people who are bold enough to challenge the status quo, responsive in the face of ever-evolving threats, and accountable for delivering real impact.

We value those with a visionary mindset who anticipate what’s next and push cybersecurity forward, and we celebrate exceptional execution that ensures we continue to defend data and protect people.

Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Build Meaningful Connections:

Find your network, your allies, and your biggest fans. We know that work is simply better when you’re surrounded by people who inspire you—who share ideas, cheer you on, and genuinely want to see you succeed. That’s why we offer social circles, sponsored networks, and connection points across teams and time zones—to help you find your people, build your community, and thrive together.

Do Your Best Work:

This isn’t just a job—it’s a mission to protect people and defend data in a world that never slows down. We’re building the future of human-centric cybersecurity, and that future belongs to all of us. We take ownership, move fast, and hold ourselves accountable—because that’s what it takes to stay ahead. And we do it together, winning as one.

Build success on your terms:

Be empowered to reach your full potential through meaningful challenges and personalized support—designed around you and your goals. Whether you're growing as a leader or leveling up from great to exceptional as an individual contributor, we’re here to help you get there.