Sr. QA Automation Engineer at Proof Point

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Feb, 26

Salary

237050.0

Posted On

22 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Java, Test Automation, Agile, Exploratory Testing, Automation Frameworks, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, API Testing, CICD, Microsoft Azure, Docker, Playwright, Interpersonal Skills, Time Management, Attention to Detail

Industry

Computer and Network Security

Description

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 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's ZenGuide team is looking for Sr. QA Automation Engineer. The candidate will test all aspects of our various ZenGuide products. Candidates must be able to create, maintain and expand the existing automated regression suites to support ongoing Product Development for software releases. Additionally, they must be able to devise test cases from requirements, perform exploratory testing and write and execute automated regression tests. They must be able to work effectively within Agile teams, with developers and product owners, to decompose user stories/requirements and write automated tests at the Business logic, Contract, and User Interface levels. They must be able to handle multiple assignments and tasks simultaneously. They must be able to estimate the time and resources required for testing and demonstrate a proven ability to complete software testing effectively within the established schedules. Our Engineers are designing and developing our market-leading security training and assessment software. Our goal is to help organizations teach their employees to secure behavior through interactive web applications, received and managed by our customers on our proprietary SaaS platform. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic to work with cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced environment supporting a global SaaS product. As a QA Automation Engineer you will lend your skill sets to help lead the testing of a key customer-facing component that has high visibility and value within the organization. Your day to day Analyze product requirements and develop test plans and test cases Design and develop test automation scenarios to validate system interfaces and system integrations Collaborate with developers to allocate testing between automated back-end, integration, and UI tests Perform manual exploratory testing on new requirements, prior to writing automated integration tests, and maintaining them as regression tests Work with developers to build quality in, and make sure new software goes out with the proper automated tests coverage Evaluate unit test coverage to determine QA automation tests on new and current features Identify and implement complex automation efforts, including refactoring of automation code where needed Provide automation tests for Ops team to use in CICD quality gates Utilize system tools to diagnose and fully document test failures, identifying the source of the failure and providing steps to reproduce Review and reproduce product defects that are reported by customers before corrections are delivered for testing Review and validate tests written by Developers and other QA members Coordinate the testing done by others or assist in that coordination Continuously identify process improvement opportunities Provide technical support and mentoring to junior team members Participate in Agile sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospective meetings What you bring to the team Two or more years of experience in Software QA and Test Automation BS in Computer Sciences or Information Technology, or equivalent experience Must have strong Java skills, or very good skills and experience in another object-oriented language Experienced in advanced code development, code review, and construction of automation frameworks We are moving towards automated testing in an EKS/Docker environment and experience with these technologies is a plus Experience collaborating with teams during the design and implementation phases to develop the best test approach incorporating the appropriate level of testing while understanding test coverage Comprehensive knowledge of modern browsers, operating systems, and user interface testing techniques Demonstrated ability to develop new technical skills; our technologies are moving at a rapid pace and you will need to move with them Maintaining automated tests means debugging when they fail.You must be able to learn and understand the product architecture, and the test architecture Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience working as part of a technical team Strong understanding of unit, integration, and API testing. Playwright is a plus Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Server platform, and email security Test Lead experience is a plus Excellent time management skills and strong attention to detail Why Proofpoint As a customer focused and driven-to-win organization with leading edge products, there are many exciting reasons to join the Proofpoint team. We believe in hiring the best the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation. As we continue to grow and expand globally, we understand that hiring the right people and developing great teams is key to our success! We are a multi-national company with locations in many countries, with each location contributing to Proofpoint’s amazing culture! #LI-AN1 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! Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable compensation and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package, including flexible time off, a comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year, plus a three-week Work from Anywhere option. Base Pay Ranges: SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area: Base Pay Range: 161,625.00 - 237,050.00 USD California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska: Base Pay Range: 132,225.00 - 193,930.00 USD All other cities and states excluding those listed above: Base Pay Range: 120,525.00 - 176,770.00 USD 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.

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Responsibilities

The Sr. QA Automation Engineer will test all aspects of ZenGuide products, creating and maintaining automated regression suites to support ongoing product development. They will collaborate with Agile teams to write automated tests and perform exploratory testing.