EBPF Principal Developer

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 6+ years of software engineering experience, with strong Linux systems background
• Deep expertise in eBPF, including writing, debugging, and optimizing programs
• Strong knowledge of Linux kernel internals, networking stack, and performance tuning
• Proficiency in C/C++ (for kernel-side work) and familiarity with user-space integrations
• Experience with tools such as BCC, libbpf, bpftrace, or similar frameworks
• Preferred Skills:
• Experience with observability platforms, tracing systems, or security monitoring tools
• Familiarity with container environments (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud-native architectures
• Experience integrating eBPF with Go, Rust, or Python-based systems
• Background in high-performance or distributed systems
• 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 [email protected].
• How to Apply
• Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!