Proofpoint

Sr. Manager, Engineering (UI)

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cybersecurity, Data Security, SaaS, Privacy, ComplianceIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Not Specified
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Salary: Not Specified
  • Company: Proofpoint

Description: Proofpoint is a leading cybersecurity company dedicated to protecting organizations’ greatest assets and biggest risks: vulnerabilities in people. This role seeks a Senior UI Manager to lead and grow a team responsible for the user interface and full-stack features of their data security platform. It’s a player-coach role for a senior engineer who enjoys building secure, performant, and intuitive interfaces for data classification, access control, and compliance workflows.

Requirements

  • Experience: 12+ years of software development experience, including deep experience in front-end and backend engineering.
  • Leadership Experience: 4+ years in a leadership role with direct people management and team-building responsibilities.
  • Industry Experience: Proven track record of delivering SaaS products in the data security, compliance, or privacy space.
  • Technical Skills: Expertise in front-end and backend engineering.

Responsibilities

  • Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and grow a team of full-stack and UI engineers.
  • Development Contribution: Contribute directly to architecture, development, and delivery of secure, high-performance web applications and backend services.
  • Collaboration: Collaborate with Product, Security, and Design teams to build intuitive interfaces.
  • Strategy & Best Practices: Define and evolve frontend engineering strategy, best practices, and technical direction aligned with secure development standards.
  • Hands-on Involvement: Maintain a strong presence in the codebase through code reviews, architecture reviews, and occasional hands-on implementation.
  • Testing & Deployment: Ensure robust coverage for UI and API layers through automated testing and secure deployment pipelines.
  • Talent Acquisition: Hire and onboard top engineering talent while fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.

Company Information

Proofpoint: A leading cybersecurity company protecting organizations’ greatest assets and biggest risks: vulnerabilities in people. They provide an integrated suite of cloud-based solutions to stop targeted threats, safeguard data, and make users more resilient against cyber-attacks. Proofpoint works with organizations of all sizes, including more than half of the Fortune 1000.

Mission: Protection Starts with People.

Skills

Front-end engineering
Backend engineering
Web application development
Secure coding practices
Performance optimization
UI/UX design collaboration
Team leadership
Code review
Architecture design
Automated testing
Deployment pipelines

Proofpoint

Cybersecurity solutions for email and digital communication

About Proofpoint

Proofpoint specializes in cybersecurity, focusing on protecting organizations from advanced threats and compliance risks. The company offers a range of solutions that secure email, social media, and other digital communication channels against cyber threats like phishing, malware, and ransomware. Its products work by utilizing advanced technologies, including machine learning and artificial intelligence, to detect and respond to threats in real-time. Proofpoint differentiates itself from competitors by providing user-friendly solutions that easily integrate into existing IT systems, along with subscription-based services that allow clients to select service tiers tailored to their needs. The company's goal is to enhance the cybersecurity defenses of various organizations, from large enterprises to small businesses, ensuring their digital communications remain secure.

Sunnyvale, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2002Year Founded
$55.4MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
Employer-paid life, disability & employee assistance programs
Unlimited PTO
401K match
Remote work option

Risks

Integration challenges with Tessian and Illusive could disrupt operations.
Regulatory scrutiny may delay acquisition closings, affecting strategic plans.
Reliance on AI poses risks if technologies fail to adapt to new threats.

Differentiation

Proofpoint leverages AI and machine learning for real-time threat detection.
The company offers a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity solutions for digital communication.
Proofpoint's subscription-based model ensures recurring revenue and flexible service tiers.

Upsides

Acquisitions of Tessian and Illusive enhance AI-driven threat protection capabilities.
Growing demand for ITDR solutions boosts Proofpoint's market position.
Increased focus on AI-driven email security solutions aligns with industry trends.

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