Process
The recruiter who contacted me was very nice and helpful. He set up a phone screen for me with the hiring manager. He said to expect a standard 30-45 minute session.
The hiring manager called me about 15 minutes late, seemed to be very distracted. He spoke for about 10 minutes, and said he will arrange for an on-site interview.
I never heard from him again. I contacted the recruiter, who also said he had not received a feedback from the manager. He spoke to him and let me know he decided to go with someone else.
Overall, I think it was very irresponsible on their part to not follow up, and make a decision based on a hurried, 10 minute conversation.
Questions
What Java collection would you use to store a million strings?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 30 interview experiences for the Proofpoint Software Engineer role.
Success Rate
Proofpoint's interview process for their Software Engineer roles is fairly selective, failing a large portion of engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Proofpoint's Software Engineer interview process.
Proofpoint Work Experiences
- 5.0Great CompanySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeDecember 1, 2014Pros: Growing and adapting well. Something new happens regularly that inspires excitementCons: Some of the management is poorly trained and ends up micromanaging excessively.
- 1.0Company is doing poorlySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeJanuary 13, 2025Pros: We'll probably get acquired by somebody.Cons: There's a reason the company's credit rating went down severely, because the CEO and CFO are making very short-sighted decisions and cannot see past the nose on their faces.
- 4.0Good place to workSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeDenver, ColoradoNovember 17, 2020Pros: - Unlimited PTO - Good work life balance - Good peopleCons: Significant changes currently happening
