Vice President of Engineering, DevOps Engineering

About the Role

As a leader in the engineering organization, you will be responsible for shaping the future of Gitlab's AI-powered DevSecOps platform. This will involve working closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, sales, and marketing, to drive innovation and growth. Your expertise in DevOps engineering and AI-driven innovation will be critical in this role, as you work to build and manage high-performing distributed teams.

The engineering team at Gitlab is driven by a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. As a leader in this team, you will be expected to embody these values and foster a culture of excellence within your team.

What You Will Do

• Define the engineering strategy for your functional area, aligning roadmap, investments, and organizational planning with Gitlab's company direction.
• Lead a large, globally distributed engineering organization across multiple product domains, supporting Directors, Senior Managers, Engineering Managers, and their teams.
• Drive operational excellence through clear engineering metrics, strong incident management practices, and a disciplined approach to reliability, quality, and developer productivity.
• Champion AI-native engineering practices across workflows, platforms, and products, including developer tooling, code review, and CI/CD.
• Partner with Product Management to create a consistent, high-velocity working model between engineering and product teams.
• Collaborate with Finance and executive peers on headcount planning, budgeting, forecasting, and investment tradeoffs.
• Work with Sales, Marketing, Alliances, Customer Success, and security leaders to address enterprise needs and support strategic initiatives.
• Represent the engineering organization in external forums, including industry conferences and customer meetings.

What We Are Looking For

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on DevOps engineering and AI-driven innovation.
• 5+ years of experience in leadership roles, with a proven track record of building and managing high-performing distributed teams.
• Strong technical skills, including expertise in DevOps engineering, AI-driven innovation, and software development.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and version control systems such as Git.
• Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles and practices.
• Experience with cloud-based platforms and containerization technologies such as Kubernetes.

Nice to Have

• Experience with machine learning and artificial intelligence technologies.
• Familiarity with Adjust and Excel, with the ability to analyze and interpret complex data sets.
• Experience with cybersecurity and compliance frameworks, including HIPAA and PCI-DSS.
• Knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies in DevSecOps and AI-driven innovation.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and equity package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible PTO policy and remote work stipend.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development, including training and conference sponsorships.
• Access to a global network of engineers and leaders in the DevSecOps and AI-driven innovation space.
• Flexible working hours and a culture of work-life balance.

• To stand out in your application, highlight your experience with DevOps engineering and AI-driven innovation, and be prepared to provide specific examples of how you've applied these skills in previous roles.
• Make sure your resume and online profiles are up-to-date and showcase your technical skills and leadership experience.
• Be prepared to answer behavioral interview questions that assess your experience with DevSecOps principles and practices, and your ability to build and manage high-performing distributed teams.
• Consider creating a portfolio of your work, including examples of your code and projects you've led, to demonstrate your technical expertise and leadership abilities.
• When negotiating salary, be sure to research the market rate for your role and experience level, and be prepared to make a strong case for your compensation package.
• Be aware of potential red flags, such as a lack of clarity around the company's vision and strategy, or unrealistic expectations around workload and performance.