Sr QA Automation Engineer

Proofpoint; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work environment

Global collaboration and networking

Job summary

Proofpoint is seeking a motivated QA Automation Engineer to join our Endpoint team to ensure high-quality software delivery. You will develop automation tests to validate the Proofpoint Agent and work with experienced engineers and QA professionals, gaining hands‑on experience in modern testing tools, automation frameworks, and AI‑driven quality strategies.

Location Hyderabad, AP, India. You will collaborate with developers, product managers, and QA team members to improve test coverage and

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in Software Development and QA Automation.
• Strong knowledge of Networking and Endpoint testing.
• Advanced coding skills to automate processes.
• Experience testing on Windows/Linux/MacOS environments.
• Experience using Git.

Responsibilities

• Test Automation: Develop and maintain automated tests.
• Contribute to test cases for the endpoint agents and their related end‑to‑end scenarios.
• Help integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Assist in maintaining and improving existing test frameworks.
• Execute manual and automated test cases to validate new features and bug fixes.

Skills

QA Automation

Networking

Endpoint testing

Automation scripting

Git

Windows/Linux/MacOS testing

Tools

Git

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 Proofpoint is a leading cybersecurity company protecting organizations’ greatest assets and biggest risks: vulnerabilities in people. With an integrated suite of cloud-based solutions, Proofpoint helps companies around the world stop targeted threats, safeguard their data, and make their users more resilient against cyber-attacks. Leading organizations of all sizes, including more than half of the Fortune 1000, rely on Proofpoint for people-centric security and compliance solutions mitigating their most critical risks across email, the cloud, social media, and the web. 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. Protection Starts with People. Proofpoint.

Corporate Overview

Proofpoint is a leading cybersecurity company protecting organizations’ greatest assets and biggest risks: vulnerabilities in people. With an integrated suite of cloud-based solutions, Proofpoint helps companies around the world stop targeted threats, safeguard their data, and make their users more resilient against cyber-attacks. Leading organizations of all sizes, including more than half of the Fortune 1000, rely on Proofpoint for people-centric security and compliance solutions mitigating their most critical risks across email, the cloud, social media, and the web. 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. Protection Starts with People. Proofpoint.

About the role

We are looking for a motivated QA Automation Engineer to join our Endpoint team and help ensure high-quality software delivery. In this role, you will develop the automation tests to validate the quality of the Proofpoint Agent. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and QA professionals, gaining hands‑on experience in modern testing tools, automation frameworks, and AI‑driven quality strategies.

Location Hyderabad, AP, India

Key Responsibilities

• Test Automation Develop and maintain automated tests Contribute to test cases for the endpoint agents and their related end‑to‑end scenarios Help integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines Assist in maintaining and improving existing test frameworks
• Quality Assurance Execute manual and automated test cases to validate new features and bug fixes Identify, document, and track bugs clearly and effectively Participate in code reviews and testing discussions Learn and apply best practices in software quality and testing
• AI‑Assisted Testing Support initiatives to expand test coverage using AI tools Help experiment with AI‑based test generation and analysis tools Learn how AI can be used to identify gaps in test coverage and improve efficiency
• Collaboration & Learning Work closely with developers, product managers, and QA team members Actively learn new tools, technologies, and testing methodologies Ask questions, seek feedback, and continuously improve your skills

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in Software Development and QA Automation
• Strong knowledge of Networking and Endpoint testing
• Advanced coding skills to automate processes
• Experience testing on Windows/Linux/MacOS environments
• Experience using Git

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

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 a driven‑to‑win organization with leading‑edge products. We are an inclusive, diverse, multinational company that believes in culture fit, but more importantly ‘culture‑add’, and we strongly encourage people from all walks of life to apply. We believe in hiring the best and the brightest to help cultivate our culture of collaboration and appreciation.

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].

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.

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.