Backend Golang Developer

Job Summary

We are seeking a talented Backend Engineer to join our team, focusing on scalable, production-grade systems built with Go. This role involves developing and maintaining microservices, contributing to API design, and working with distributed systems. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of backend fundamentals including APIs, databases, concurrency, and networking. Experience with REST APIs, messaging systems, Goroutine, Docker, and cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure is highly valued.

About the Company

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.

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

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.

Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We're a customer-focused and a driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products. We are an inclusive, diverse, multinational company that believes in culture fit, but more importantly culture-add, and we strongly encourage people from all walks of life to apply.

We believe in hiring the best and the brightest to help cultivate our culture of collaboration and appreciation. Apply today and explore your future at Proofpoint!

About the Role

We are looking for a Backend Engineer to join our team and work on scalable, production-grade systems built with Go. You will contribute to the development of microservices that power core product features, while gaining hands-on experience with modern backend architectures. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building efficient systems, solving performance challenges, and working closely in real-world production environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement features end to end
• Develop and maintain microservices using Golang
• Contribute to API design and service-to-service communication
• Debug and resolve issues across distributed systems
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code
• Collaborate with engineers across product and infrastructure teams

Required Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience with Go or strong willingness to learn it quickly
• Understanding of backend fundamentals (APIs, databases, concurrency, networking)
• Contribute to system design discussions and technical decisions
• Familiarity with microservices architecture or distributed systems concepts
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Proactive mindset and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience with REST APIs, or messaging systems
• Familiarity with Goroutine and asynchronous development techniques
• Familiarity with Docker or containerization
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)

Benefits

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 [HIDDEN TEXT].

How To Apply

Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information - we can't wait to hear from you!