Sr. Manager, QA Engineering
Job Summary
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 Fortunelarge 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 youll 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
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and driven QA Senior Manager to lead and expand our Quality Assurance team in Athens. This role is critical in ensuring product quality aligning QA efforts with company strategy and serving as the primary liaison between the Athens team and headquarters in Sunnyvale.
Your day-to-day
Team Leadership & Growth
Recruit onboard and develop a high-performing QA team based in Athens
Foster a culture of quality accountability and continuous improvement
Mentor QA engineers and support their professional development
Operational Management
Oversee day-to-day QA operations ensuring efficient test planning and execution
Establish and maintain QA processes standards and best practices
Ensure timely delivery of high-quality releases
Stakeholder Communication
Provide weekly status reports to HQ in Sunnyvale including progress risks and key metrics
Act as the primary point of contact for on-site QA engineers addressing concerns and enabling success
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering product and leadership teams
Strategic Alignment
Ensure QA activities and deliverables are aligned with company roadmap and top management priorities
Identify risks early and proactively propose mitigation strategies
Contribute to release planning and quality strategy at a global level
What you bring to the team
8 years of experience in Quality Assurance with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Proven experience building and scaling QA teams
Strong understanding of QA methodologies tools and automation frameworks
Experience working in a distributed/global environment
Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Engineering or related field
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across time zones
Detail oriented organizational and reporting skills
Preferred Skills
Experience working with HQ or stakeholders in the US
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
Background in both manual and automated testing strategies
Ability to balance hands-on involvement with strategic leadership
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Why Proofpoint
At Proofpoint we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons youll 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 .
How to Apply
Interested Submit your application along with any supporting information- we cant wait to hear from you!
Required Experience:
Manager