Engineering Manager, Continuous Delivery

About the Role

The role is highly visible, and you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's growth and success. You will be working closely with Product Management, engineering teams, and infrastructure stakeholders to deliver a first-class CD product that enables customers to deploy software reliably, safely, and with confidence.

What You Will Do

• Build and lead a new globally distributed engineering team, creating an environment where team members can thrive and grow their careers
• Hire, onboard, and develop engineers who embody GitLab's values and hold themselves to a high standard of quality and ownership
• Partner with Product Management and cross-functional engineering teams to shape the roadmap, make sound architectural decisions, and deliver against product commitments
• Foster a culture of engineering excellence across reliability, performance, security, and maintainability
• Champion AI as a core part of how the team works, encouraging engineers to incorporate AI tools into their daily workflows
• Hold regular 1:1s, provide continuous feedback, and support engineers' professional growth through coaching and skill development
• Drive a healthy delivery cadence by maintaining visibility into milestone progress, identifying blockers early, and proactively addressing patterns before they require escalation
• Participate in the Incident Management on-call rotation to help ensure availability targets for GitLab.com are met

What We Are Looking For

• Demonstrated leadership experience managing high-performing engineering teams, with hands-on technical credibility
• Strong background in distributed systems and durable workflow execution
• Experience with state persistence and reconciliation
• Knowledge of AI-native governance and live state awareness
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong understanding of GitLab's values and vision, with a passion for driving innovation and growth

Nice to Have

• Experience with DevSecOps platforms and continuous delivery practices
• Knowledge of cloud-based infrastructure and containerization
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and lean principles
• Experience with AI-driven productivity tools and workflows

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work with a high-growth company and make a significant impact on the industry
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a globally distributed team
• Professional development opportunities and support for ongoing education and growth
• Flexible work arrangements and remote work options
• Access to the latest technologies and tools, with a focus on innovation and experimentation
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance and contributions

• Tip: Highlight your experience with distributed systems and durable workflow execution in your application, as these skills are highly valued in this role.
• To stand out, be prepared to discuss your approach to AI-driven productivity and how you have incorporated AI tools into your previous workflows.
• When preparing for the interview, review GitLab's values and vision, and be ready to provide examples of how your skills and experience align with these principles.
• Consider creating a portfolio that showcases your technical expertise and leadership experience, as this can be a valuable asset in the application process.
• During salary negotiations, be prepared to discuss your expectations and requirements, and be open to creative solutions that meet the needs of both you and the company.
• Be aware of the company's incident management policies and procedures, and be prepared to participate in the on-call rotation as part of your role.