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 Archiving Infrastructure Team The Role Proofpoint’s Archiving Infrastructure team is looking for a Junior Software Engineer to work remotely out of India, initially remote with a hybrid option for the future. Proofpoint Email Archiving is a Software as a Service solution that features a distributed grid search and storage infrastructure. This service-based architecture allows us to scale to meet the needs of hundreds of clients that are among the largest businesses in the world. We are looking for a software engineer with foundational development and infrastructure-as-code (IAC) skills, who can work collaboratively with team members to implement, enhance, and maintain the wide range of services provided by our product. You will work as part of a small team developing enhancements to the archiving product in all areas including web services, service discovery, RPC communications, application functionality, data management framework, application deployment and scheduling, cloud service integration, and high availability. Your day-to-day Work with team members and stakeholders to implement well-defined work items and features according to established designs and specifications Develop and maintain code for product features, infrastructure-as-code, automation scripts, and cloud service integrations with team guidance Participate in code reviews and learn best practices from team members Assist in troubleshooting production issues during working hours with team support Document your work and contribute to team knowledge base Participate in team discussions about requirements and technical approaches What you bring to the team 3-5 years of experience in software development or recent Computer Science/Computer Engineering degree Basic understanding of source control (git) and version control workflows Foundational programming skills in Java and object-oriented programming concepts Familiarity with or willingness to learn distributed systems concepts Basic understanding of containerization (Docker) and/or Kubernetes Exposure to infrastructure-as-code concepts (terraform or similar) Some familiarity with Cloud platforms (AWS preferred) Basic database knowledge (SQL) Strong willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies is a plus Experience with SOLR/Lucene is a plus Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field How you can stand out While we’ll provide training and mentorship, any prior exposure to these technologies will help you ramp up faster: - Any scripting experience: python, bash, powershell - Exposure to Linux/Unix environments - Understanding of web services and REST APIs - Familiarity with CI/CD concepts - Experience with any cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) - Knowledge of configuration management tools - Understanding of networking basics - Any experience with: apache, nginx, kafka, opensearch, mysql - Personal projects or contributions to open source. 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! Proofpoint has been honored with six Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Career Growth, Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams. 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. Our BRAVE Values: At Proofpoint, we are BRAVE in everything we do, and our values aren’t just words—they shape how we work, collaborate, and grow. We seek people who are bold enough to challenge the status quo, responsive in the face of ever-evolving threats, and accountable for delivering real impact. We value those with a visionary mindset who anticipate what’s next and push cybersecurity forward, and we celebrate exceptional execution that ensures we continue to defend data and protect people. Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. Find your network, your allies, and your biggest fans. We know that work is simply better when you’re surrounded by people who inspire you—who share ideas, cheer you on, and genuinely want to see you succeed. That’s why we offer social circles, sponsored networks, and connection points across teams and time zones—to help you find your people, build your community, and thrive together. This isn’t just a job—it’s a mission to protect people and defend data in a world that never slows down. We’re building the future of human-centric cybersecurity, and that future belongs to all of us. We take ownership, move fast, and hold ourselves accountable—because that’s what it takes to stay ahead. And we do it together, winning as one. Be empowered to reach your full potential through meaningful challenges and personalized support—designed around you and your goals. Whether you're growing as a leader or leveling up from great to exceptional as an individual contributor, we’re here to help you get there.