Remote work is a plus and nothing else - Software Engineer Proofpoint Employee Review

1.0
Jun 26, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Remote work and ok pay

Cons

Sinking ship with people leaving in bulk and the one remaining are not sure when they will be laid off. Single low digit hike in salary didn’t help either. They talk of big numbers and growth during all hands but next to zero hike! Your salary is in negative due to inflation.

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Proofpoint Response
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Hi. Thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate your recognition of our remote work flexibility and competitive compensation. We're sorry to hear about your concerns. We understand that uncertainty can be challenging, and we recognize the importance of transparent communication, especially during periods of change. Our leadership team is committed to regularly sharing business updates and listening to employee feedback to help provide clarity and context around company decisions. We also understand the impact that compensation has on employees, particularly in today's economic environment. We continually review our compensation programs to remain competitive and to recognize employee contributions in a meaningful way. Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts with us.

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5.0
Jul 16, 2026
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Pros

Great work life balance a lot of growth within the company. Great leadership.

Cons

Do not expect remote work

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Proofpoint Response
4d
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us!
2.0
Jul 17, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The team is diverse and due it being a large company, procedures are pretty established. That's literally it.

Cons

Uncommunicative staff, uncertainty and lack of communication when it comes to job security, and cold impersonal treatment that makes people feel like robots instead of humans. Employees are getting replaced by AI because of the greedy investment firm that owns this company so if you work here, good luck to you-management is actively trying to replace you my love! The hilarious part is that they don't even try to hide it and they try to make it seem like a positive thing that you will be out of a job due to AI with their ludicrous All Hands meetings and presenting their dystopian AI implementations in a positive light. Ridiculous! Micromanaging is extreme to the point where it's laughable. In my 10 years of being in the workforce I have never seen this level of silly nitpicking. I am in a constant state of anxiety and never knowing where I stand with management. Entry level employees are disposable and middle management is overworked, often doing the jobs of several entry level employees and working weekends to save the company money which is so heartbreaking.

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Proofpoint Response
4d
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear you value the diversity of our teams and the structure that comes with a larger organization. We're sorry to hear that your experience has been impacted by concerns around communication, management practices, and overall workplace culture. We recognize how important it is for employees to feel informed, supported, and valued in their roles. We appreciate your you sharing and will continue to listen to employee perspectives as we work to improve the employee experience across the organization.
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