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Senior Backend Engineer

GitLab
Location
Bangalore, India
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Platforms Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Deep Backend Expertise in backend architecture, APIs, data systems, and performance tuning
  • Proficiency in modern backend languages and systems programming
  • Experience designing or evolving modular backend boundaries and migration-safe architectures
  • Ability to lead through influence and clear written communication
  • Proven experience building or operating agentic systems in production
Nice to have
  • Experience with high-throughput distributed systems, concurrency, or profiling
  • Hands-on experience with containerized production operations (e.g., Kubernetes)
  • Deep database performance knowledge (e.g., PostgreSQL, ClickHouse)
  • Background in large-scale modular monoliths or event-driven systems
  • Public technical communication or experience in developer-focused SaaS
What the job really is

As a Senior Backend Engineer at GitLab, you will design and implement backend features while addressing complex problems that influence the technical direction of the product. Your role will involve collaborating across various teams, advocating for quality and performance, mentoring junior engineers, and integrating AI into engineering workflows. You will have the opportunity to shape the architecture of a globally used platform and work in a remote-first environment that values clear communication and autonomy.

Benefits
  • Flexible Paid Time Off
  • Team Member Resource Groups
  • Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Growth and Development Fund
  • Parental Leave
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role involves significant influence and autonomy, which may not suit all candidates
  • Remote-first culture may require strong self-direction and communication skills
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