Sr. Software Engineer

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.

The Role
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic candidate to join our team. The candidate should be proficient in back-end technologies. They will be responsible for designing, building and testing fully functional backend services from conception to deployment. They will also be responsible for server-side logic and database management. 

Responsibilities

•    Build server-side code using and Fastify. 

•    Design and implement RESTful APIs for communication between front-end and back-end.

•    Implement responsive design to optimize user experience across various devices.

•    Ensure front-end code is well structured, maintainable and optimized for performance.

•    Design and manage databases like Postgres SQL to efficiently store and retrieve data.

•    Write tests for both front-end and back-end code. 

•    Work with the design team to convert wireframes to a pleasing user interface.

What you bring to the team

• years of experience in building Enterprise applications

•    Expert in , Fastify or Express

•    Proficient in Python

•    Exposure to AWS/Azure/GCP

•    Proficiency in SQL database (MySQL or Postgres) 

•    Experience of writing unit tests. 

•    Working knowledge of version control systems like Git

•    Excellent communication skills, be a team player and be willing to learn and adapt

•    BSc/MSc in Computer Science or related field

Why Proofpoint 
Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success.  We're a customer-focused and driven-to-win organisation 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

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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 How to Apply Interested? Submit your application here We can't wait to hear from you