It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

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.

Qualifications 

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field  
OR  
Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in performance engineering or a similar role  

Proven ability to implement performance testing frameworks  

Ability to identify and troubleshoot bottlenecks  

Proficiency in at least one coding language such as Python, along with Bash scripting  

Experience using Unix/Linux Operating Systems and have exposure to container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.  

Experience with KVM/ESXi Virtualization, KVM Server Management 

Exposure to monitoring and dashboarding tools (e.g., Grafana, Prometheus, or similar) 

Demonstrated ownership, initiative, and ability to set direction in complex environments  

Excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail 

 

Key Responsibilities 

Design and execute benchmark and stress tests to detect and resolve system bottlenecks  

Optimize performance at the software and hardware level for enterprise applications 

Build and present data-driven insights through dashboards (e.g., Grafana, Prometheus) to guide decision-making  

Mentor team members and collaborate across cross functional or cross business functions  

Curiosity and interest in exploring AI-driven tools or techniques for performance testing and analysis 

Why Proofpoint

As a customer focused and driven-to-win organization with leading edge products, there are many exciting reasons to join the Proofpoint team. We believe in hiring the best the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation. As we continue to grow and expand globally, we understand that hiring the right people and developing great teams is key to our success! We are a multi-national company with locations in many countries, with each location contributing to Proofpoint’s amazing culture!  #LI-AN1

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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: 161,625.00 - 237,050.00 USD

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

Base Pay Range: 132,225.00 - 193,930.00 USD

All other cities and states excluding those listed above:

Base Pay Range: 120,525.00 - 176,770.00 USD