Sr DevOps 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 We are looking for an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to lead the design, development, and scaling of our cloud infrastructure with a strong emphasis on automation, security, and operational excellence. In this role, you'll be a key contributor throughout the entire software development lifecycle, driving initiatives that improve system reliability, scalability, and developer productivity. You will thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment where adaptability and collaboration are critical. Key Responsibilities Architect, implement, and manage robust cloud infrastructure leveraging AWS and Azure, following industry best practices. Design and build Kubernetes-based infrastructure and applications, including the development of custom operators to manage complex workloads and Helm applications to deploy our services. Develop and maintain scalable CI/CD pipelines to automate build, testing, and deployment processes. Partner closely with development and operations teams to ensure applications are performant, scalable, and reliable in production environments. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure-as-Code tools and configuration management systems. Implement proactive monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to maintain system health and quickly resolve issues. Troubleshoot issues across the full stack—from infrastructure and networking to deployment and application runtime. Continuously assess and enhance DevOps workflows to improve efficiency, reduce manual work, and enable faster delivery cycles. Champion security best practices and ensure infrastructure and processes comply with organizational and industry standards. Mentor junior engineers and share your knowledge to elevate the DevOps culture within the team. Proactively innovate and improve beyond standard operational tasks by shaping how systems and operations are designed and executed. Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to production incidents, ensuring timely triage and resolution while contributing to post-incident reviews to prevent recurrence. What You Bring to the Team 5+ years of experience in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, or Cloud Infrastructure roles, with a proven track record of building and supporting production-grade systems. Deep expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, and familiarity with core services like EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, etc. Advanced experience with containerization and orchestration tools including Docker and Kubernetes, with experience developing Kubernetes Operators. Proficiency in one or more scripting/programming languages such as Python, Go, or Bash. Strong knowledge of CI/CD tools like Jenkins/CloudBees, GitLab CI/CD, Harness, or CircleCI, and hands-on experience automating deployment workflows. Solid understanding of networking, cloud security, and Infrastructure-as-Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, Crossplane). Experience with observability tools like Coralogix, Datadog, Prometheus, Grafana, or OpenTelemetry. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen ability to identify root causes and drive resolution across diverse systems. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across teams in a collaborative, agile environment. Fluency in both Spanish and English, with outstanding written and verbal communication in both languages. 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.