Technical Recruiter
$166.5k - $244.2kProofpoint Inc
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
Job Title: Technical Recruiter
Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Mon-Thurs)
Department: Talent Acquisition / People Team
Reports To: Director of Americas Recruiting
About the Role
We are looking for a highly skilled and strategic Technical Recruiter to lead full-cycle recruiting efforts across key engineering functions. In this role, you'll operate as a trusted partner to hiring managers, driving hiring strategies, improving recruiting processes, and delivering exceptional candidate experiences. You'll play a critical role in shaping the company's talent landscape by attracting and hiring top-tier talent.
What You'll Do
Own and manage full-cycle recruiting for complex and high-impact roles across multiple teams
Partner closely with senior leaders and hiring managers to define hiring needs, job requirements, and interview processes
Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to build diverse and high-quality candidate pipelines
Act as a strategic advisor on talent market trends, compensation insights, and hiring best practices
Drive improvements in recruiting processes, tools, and metrics to increase efficiency and effectiveness
Ensure a best-in-class candidate experience from initial outreach through offer stage
Mentor and support junior recruiters or coordinators as needed
Track, analyze, and report on recruiting metrics and performance
Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives throughout the hiring process
What We're Looking For
6+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience , ideally in fast-paced or high-growth environments
Proven track record of hiring for technical complex or niche roles
Strong ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders
Expertise in sourcing techniques (LinkedIn, outbound, networking, etc.)
Data-driven mindset with experience using ATS and recruiting analytics tools
Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills
Passion for delivering a high-quality candidate experience
Experience mentoring others or contributing to team development
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 View email address on click.appcast.io .
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: 166,500.00 - 244,200.00 USD
California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska:
Base Pay Range: 136,200.00 - 199,760.00 USD
All other cities and states excluding those listed above:
Base Pay Range: 124,100.00 - 182,050.00 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.
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.
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