Junior QA 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.
What You’ll Be Doing

Every day, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working to make our software better, more reliable, and more user-friendly. Here’s what that might look like:

- Collaborate with integration, platform, and development teams to design and run tests—automated when practical, manual when needed.

- Help maintain and update test plans, test cases, test data, and scripts to support consistent testing workflows.

- Execute tests using both manual and automated approaches to identify issues before they reach users.

- Identify, document, and track bugs, and partner with engineers to ensure they’re resolved effectively.

- Contribute to building and maintaining test automation scripts and reusable testing tools.

- Share ideas to improve testing processes and quality practices—your perspective is valued.

- Participate in code reviews to help ensure quality is considered at every stage of development.

We’d Love to Work With Someone Who has:

- Up to 2 years of experience in software testing or quality assurance, with interest or exposure to test automation.

- Familiarity with Agile environments and a willingness to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team setting.

- A basic understanding of how software is built and tested, and an appreciation for the importance of quality.

- Some hands-on experience with automation tools or scripting languages such as Python, Java, or similar.

- Exposure to test management or issue tracking tools (e.g., Jira, TestRail, or equivalent).

- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Clear, respectful communication skills—both written and verbal.
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 [email protected]. How to Apply Interested? Submit your application here https://www.proofpoint.com/us/company/careers. We can’t wait to hear from you!