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.

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.

Associate Software Engineer 

Proofpoint is looking for someone to fill an Associate Software Developer role, with demonstrated working knowledge on the ASP.NET MVC stack, to help design and implement an application for the management of specific Microsoft Azure objects across a multi-tenant environment. An individual who excels at this role can translate stakeholder requirements into deliverables, formulate creative solutions to meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with team members to problem-solve in a bold, new development space.

The ideal Associate Software Developer, for Proofpoint, has a deep understanding of what makes web applications attractive and usable. From the early stages of design sketches to the final sprints of user acceptance testing, this individual exuberates motivation, flexibility, and enthusiasm. As the development of a new solution requires frequent out-of-the-box thinking, this individual will also relish purposeful and consistent communication with team members and stake holders to overcome unique challenges. Furthermore, the ability to prioritize tasks and meet sprint deadlines is a must. An important value for all Proofpoint candidates to harness is being a security-minded individual. This means understanding cybersecurity concepts and being able to adapt programs and processes to monitor and prevent threats. Therefore, having experience in cybersecurity process, programs, and terminology is extremely important. 

Candidates who have experience or knowledge in applications such as Microsoft Security and Compliance are preferred. 

The ideal candidate should have a thorough understanding of the following: 

Object-oriented programming and design patterns 

NET/C# - 2 years minimum of work experience (or similar). 

Bootstrap/CSS - 2 years minimum of work experience (or similar). 

JavaScript - 2 years minimum of work experience (or similar). 

Attention to detail when translating user requirements and actionable code. 

Git processes and best practices. 

Demonstrable AI/ML experience. 

Experience working in Microsoft Azure (or similar). Please be prepared to deliver a portfolio of your previous projects upon request. For example: 

Code written for web applications. 

Code written mobile applications. 

Video game design or programming examples.

Mock-ups related to UI design. 

Anything else related to programming, project management, or design. 

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. Apply today and explore your future at Proofpoint! #LifeAtProofpoint

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!

Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable compensation and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package, including flexible time off, a comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year, plus a three-week Work from Anywhere option.

Base Pay Ranges:

SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area:

Base Pay Range: 108,080.00 - 169,840.00 USD

California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska:

Base Pay Range: 90,580.00 - 142,340.00 USD

All other cities and states excluding those listed above:

Base Pay Range: 81,130.00 - 127,490.00 USD