Senior Software Engineer

Proofpoint; India; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work environment

Wellness & community days

Job summary

Proofpoint is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and build the next generation of cloud security solutions. You will develop efficient software to model large cloud infrastructures, analyze risks, and contribute to SaaS product features across AWS, GCP, and Azure.

You will lead and collaborate on scalable microservices, strengthen data security capabilities, and learn from an experienced engineering team while growing your career in a fast-paced cybersecurity company.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience building apps in AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• 4+ years Python or NodeJS; Scala/Java a plus.
• 6+ years building system or application software with modern tech; SaaS experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and build the next generation of cloud and data security solutions.
• Lead, design, and develop features on scalable microservices for data security in SaaS.
• Collaborate with customers and teams to solve security challenges.

Skills

Cloud experience AWS/GCP/Azure

Python

NodeJS

Scala/Java

Cloud security

SaaS product

Software design

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/EECS

Master’s degree in CS (preferred)

Job description

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

• 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
• Experience in Scala/Java – advantage
• 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.

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

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.

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

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.

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 [e-mail].

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.

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. 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. 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.