Engineering Manager, Core DevOps

GitLab is seeking an Engineering Manager for the Core DevOps team to lead a globally distributed group of engineers. In this remote position, the selected individual…

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About This Role

GitLab is seeking an Engineering Manager for the Core DevOps team to lead a globally distributed group of engineers. In this remote position, the selected individual will direct technical execution, hire and mentor staff, and collaborate closely with product management and design peers. The organization builds an intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps, trusted by millions of users worldwide to deliver secure software rapidly. Team members at GitLab incorporate artificial intelligence…

Job Description

This opportunity is well-suited for a leader with a strong background in enterprise software development and distributed systems who excels in a remote, asynchronous setting. Responsibilities include guiding system architecture, refining agile processes, monitoring operational health, and maintaining psychological safety. Candidates are expected to foster high accountability, encourage continuous career growth, and align technical output with broader business goals. GitLab provides a collaborative culture centered on merit, continuous learning, and equitable employment opportunities.

Responsibilities

Build, mentor, and manage a globally distributed engineering team
Hire, onboard, and develop software engineers while ensuring psychological safety
Partner with product management, design, and other engineering teams to shape roadmaps and meet commitments
Provide technical guidance on system architecture, performance, security, and code maintainability
Manage agile, asynchronous workflows and address delivery blockages early
Incorporate artificial intelligence capabilities and modern tooling into daily team routines
Conduct regular one-on-one meetings and support career progression through actionable feedback
Participate in operational availability and incident management rotations as required

Requirements

Experience managing engineering teams and providing technical mentorship
Background in enterprise software development, distributed systems, and software delivery pipelines
Experience collaborating across product, design, and engineering stakeholders to drive technical decisions
Track record of establishing engineering processes and executing delivery in fast-changing environments
Strong written and verbal communication skills tailored for remote-first and asynchronous workplaces
Commitment to building inclusive and psychologically safe team cultures
Experience utilizing AI-assisted tools and modern software workflows

Core Skills

Git Agile Communication Excel Recruitment DevOps

Benefits

Flexible paid time off
Access to team member resource groups
Equity compensation and employee stock purchase plan
Growth and development fund
Parental leave

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this position remote?

Yes, this role is fully remote, though GitLab hires in specific countries around the world and certain roles may carry location-based eligibility rules.

What is the employment type?

This is a full-time position.

What salary does this position offer?

The source posting does not specify a salary for this role.

What does the Core DevOps team do at GitLab?

The team owns core repository capabilities ranging from Git command-line operations to web-based code exploration, focusing on maintainability, performance, and AI-assisted development workflows.