Senior Engineer- Ai Infrastructure

Senior Engineer- AI Infrastructure page is loadedSenior Engineer- AI InfrastructureApply locations Cork, Ireland time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R12344About Us:
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.

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 Description Corporate OverviewProofpoint 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.
About the Team The AI Forge is an internal machine learning group that consults across Proofpoint's entire product portfolio.
We are a group of machine learning scientists and software engineers who love keeping up with the latest ML research, fostering a collaborative and creative workplace, and solving challenging problems.Over the past several years, we have developed data-driven product features, leveraging a range of model architectures from tree-based models to state-of-the-art transformers.
We are launching an initiative in Cork, Ireland to work on impactful projects and product applying state of the art AI in support of Proofpoint's Human Centric Security focus.
We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to join this new team.
About the Role As a Privacy AI Engineer at Proofpoint, you will be instrumental in developing our Privacy Attested AI Platform, a cutting-edge system that ensures data privacy while enabling advanced AI model training.
You will work at the intersection of platform engineering, machine learning, and security, ensuring that sensitive data remains confidential while still being leveraged for AI-driven cybersecurity solutions.
We are hiring for multiple experience levels and encourage candidates from junior to senior to apply.
Responsibilities Design and implement privacy-preserving AI techniques to protect sensitive data.
Build scalable and compliant AI infrastructure that aligns with GDPR , CCPA , and other data protection regulations.
Collaborate with AI researchers and engineers to integrate privacy-focused architectures into large-scale AI models.
Work closely with cloud providers ( AWS , GCP , Azure) to deploy secure AI workflows in a cloud environment.
Stay up to date with the latest research in privacy-enhancing technologies and AI security.
Qualifications Expertise in building public cloud infrastructure, utilizing tools such as Terraform
Familiarity with Linux containers and orchestration systems such as Kubernetes
Strong Python skills for both scripting and application development.
Knowledge of data security, encryption protocols, and cryptographic techniques.
Familiarity with cloud-based AI model training and secure distributed computing.
Understanding of regulatory frameworks ( GDPR , CCPA , AI Act, etc.
) related to AI and data security.
Preferred Qualifications (Staff-Level Candidates): Experience with privacy-preserving AI techniques (federated learning, differential privacy, homomorphic encryption, secure enclaves).
Strong background in security topics such as encryption, identity management, and networking..
Understanding of threat models in AI security and adversarial machine learning.
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

• Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.

• Flexible work environment: [Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.
].

• 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 ****** .
How to Apply Interested?
Submit your application here .
We can't wait to hear from you
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About UsWe 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.
Build Meaningful Connections: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.
Do Your Best Work: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.
Build success on your terms: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.

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