It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. 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.
Job Description As a C++ Developer at Proofpoint, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance software applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and efficient solutions that meet our clients' needs. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in C++, with a focus on modern standards (C++11 or newer), a solid understanding of networking concepts, and experience working in a Linux environment.
Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain C++ applications using modern C++ standards (C++11 or newer). Implement and optimize networking protocols and features within software applications. Collaborate with software engineers, system architects, and other team members to develop high-quality software solutions. Debug, test, and profile applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code. Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge with team members. Work in an Agile development environment, contributing to sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives. Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure continuous improvement and innovation. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Strong proficiency in C++ (C++11 or newer) with a deep understanding of object-oriented programming principles. Solid understanding of networking concepts, protocols (TCP/IP, UDP), and experience with socket programming. Proficiency in Linux, with experience developing and deploying applications in a Linux environment. Experience with multi-threaded and concurrent programming. Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git). Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with other programming languages such as Python, Java, or C. Familiarity with cloud platforms and services (e.g., AWS, Azure). Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker). Experience with real-time systems or high-performance computing. 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!
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
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