Proofpoint Salaries

Proofpoint's salary ranges from $72,436 in total compensation per year for a Data Scientist at the low-end to $543,150 for a Marketing at the high-end. Levels.fyi collects anonymous and verified salaries from current and former employees of Proofpoint. Last updated: 5/23/2025

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Software Engineer

L2 $148K

L3 $163K

L4 $207K

L5 $221K

L6 $306K

L7 $322K

Backend Software Engineer

Full-Stack Software Engineer

Security Software Engineer

Data Science Manager

Median $193K

Product Manager

Median $225K

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Vesting Schedule

25%

YR 1

25%

YR 2

25%

YR 3

25%

YR 4

Stock Type

RSU

At Proofpoint, RSUs are subject to a 4-year vesting schedule:

25% vests in the 1st-year (25.00% annually)
25% vests in the 2nd-year (25.00% annually)
25% vests in the 3rd-year (25.00% annually)
25% vests in the 4th-year (25.00% annually)

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FAQ

What is the highest salary at Proofpoint?

The highest paying role reported at Proofpoint is Marketing at the Common Range Average level with a yearly total compensation of $543,150. This includes base salary as well as any potential stock compensation and bonuses.

How much do Proofpoint employees get paid?

The median yearly total compensation reported at Proofpoint is $162,986.