Sr. QA Automation Engineer

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

In today’s cyber threat landscape, protection starts with people. At Proofpoint, that simple truth fuels our passion for protecting users, the data they create, and the systems they rely on from a uniquely people-centric perspective.

And we’re just as passionate about finding the right people to help us in that mission. When you join Proofpoint, you’re helping to:

·       Build and enhance our proven security platform

·       Blend innovation and speed in a constantly evolving cloud environment

·       Analyze new threats and offer deep insight through data-driven intel

·       Collaborate with customers to help solve their toughest security challenges

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—and why more than half of the Fortune 100 trust us as a security partner.

About the Team

QA Engineer with a strong focus on AI-driven quality engineering and test automation to help improve product quality, accelerate testing, and drive the adoption of AI across the QA lifecycle.

The role will be responsible for designing and implementing robust test strategies, expanding automation coverage, and leveraging Generative AI/LLMs and AI-powered tools to improve test case generation, test execution, defect detection, and overall QA efficiency.

#LifeAtProofpoint as a Sr. QA Automation Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test strategies for product features and releases.
• Build and maintain scalable automated test frameworks and regression suites.
• Leverage AI/LLMs to generate test cases, identify edge scenarios, analyze requirements, and improve test coverage.
• Explore and implement AI-driven QA tools and workflows to reduce manual testing effort and improve productivity.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and improve test execution efficiency and reliability.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and track defects, working closely with Engineering, Product, and DevOps teams.
• Drive shift-left testing and early defect detection throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Monitor automation quality, reduce flaky tests, and continuously improve test reliability.
• Contribute to release qualification, quality gates, and continuous improvement of QA processes.
• Analyze production/customer issues and implement preventive testing strategies.
• Stay current with emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities to apply them to software quality engineering.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance and test automation.
• Strong experience with automation frameworks and programming languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Experience with API, UI, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD, Git, and modern software development practices.
• Hands-on experience using Generative AI/LLMs or AI-powered development/testing tools.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience building AI-assisted or AI-powered QA solutions.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes and cloud-native applications.
• Experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines such as GitHub Actions.
• Experience testing security, data, SaaS, or enterprise applications.
• Familiarity with AI agents, prompt engineering, RAG, or LLM evaluation/testing.
• Success in this role will be measured by increased automation and test coverage, reduced test authoring and execution time, lower automation flakiness, earlier defect detection, and a measurable reduction in customer-reported defects. 

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 driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products—and many exciting reasons to join our team. We believe in hiring the best the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation. We are a diverse, multinational company with opportunities in all functions, and leaders that welcome candidates from all walks of life. Apply today and explore your future #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

• 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

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 along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!