What you'll do
- Lead design and implementation of backend features for Secret Detection using Ruby on Rails, GraphQL, and Go.
- Develop and maintain secure, scalable backend systems that prevent leaked secrets from reaching production.
- Collaborate with product management and engineering in a globally distributed, async-first team.
- Improve detection quality by reducing false positives and enhancing validation and remediation workflows.
- Contribute to technical direction via code reviews, RFCs, and proof-of-concept projects.
What you should know
- This role offers the chance to work on security features with clear customer impact in a mature product.
- Candidates should be comfortable working in a remote, async-first environment across multiple time zones.
- Opportunity to grow skills in both Ruby on Rails and Go, with exposure to security tooling and concepts.
- Applicants should have a strong interest in backend product development and secure coding practices.
- GitLab encourages applications from candidates with varying experience levels and values growth mindset.
About the company
- GitLab is a leading DevSecOps platform trusted by over 50 million users and 50% of the Fortune 100.
- The company embraces AI-driven productivity and fosters a high-performance, inclusive culture.
- GitLab operates as a fully remote, globally distributed organization with async-first collaboration.
- Strong focus on continuous knowledge sharing and career growth opportunities for team members.
- GitLab values diversity, equity, and inclusion, with policies ensuring equal employment opportunity.
Key required skills
Ruby on RailsGraphQLGoSecurity conceptsBackend development