Fullstack Engineer, Contributor Success

Fullstack Engineer, Contributor Success

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GitLab is an open‑core software company that develops the most comprehensive AI‑powered DevSecOps Platform, used by more than 100,000 organizations. Our mission is to enable everyone to contribute to and co‑create the software that powers our world. When everyone can contribute, consumers become contributors, significantly accelerating human progress. Our platform unites teams and organizations, breaking down barriers and redefining what’s possible in software development. Thanks to products like Duo Enterprise and Duo Agent Platform, customers get AI benefits at every stage of the SDLC. The same principles built into our products are reflected in how our team works : we embrace AI as a core productivity multiplier, with all team members expected to incorporate AI into their daily workflows to drive efficiency, innovation, and impact. GitLab is where careers accelerate, innovation flourishes, and every voice is valued. Our high‑performance culture is driven by our values and continuous knowledge exchange, enabling our team members to reach their full potential while collaborating with industry leaders to solve complex problems. Co‑create the future with us as we build technology that transforms how the world develops software.

Overview

As a Fullstack Engineer on our Contributor Success team at GitLab, you will play a key role in enhancing the efficiency and success of our contributor community. You will drive initiatives that empower community members to contribute effectively to GitLab’s open source projects, supporting programs such as Education, Open Source, AI tooling, and Contributor Success. In this role, you will lead project plans, coach cohorts, and collaborate closely with both internal teams and external contributors to track and accelerate contributions. Your work will directly impact how thousands of developers engage with GitLab, helping to grow and sustain a vibrant, productive community. You will also have opportunities to travel and engage with customers, guiding them through onboarding and contribution programs. This role offers a unique chance to combine your fullstack engineering skills with community leadership, all within GitLab’s remote, asynchronous, and values‑driven environment.

What You’ll Do

• Drive GitLab’s contribution efficiency by leading and managing contributor success projects that enhance community engagement and output.
• Coach and lead cohorts of community members, providing technical and non‑technical guidance to support their growth and contributions.
• Track and analyze community contributions, using metrics to measure progress and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with the Programs team to support initiatives such as Education, Open Source, AI tooling, and Contributor programs.
• Advocate for prioritizing improvements based on community feedback to continuously enhance contributor experience.
• Participate as a permanent member of GitLab’s merge request coaching team, specializing in areas like development, testing, or documentation.
• Facilitate Contributor Success team stand‑ups and agile processes to ensure alignment and effective delivery.
• Travel to customer sites to onboard and guide new contributors, fostering stronger relationships and expanding GitLab’s contributor base.

What You’ll Bring

About The Team

The Fullstack Engineer is part of the Contributor Success team, which focuses on increasing the efficiency and impact of community contributions to GitLab. This team owns key initiatives that support community members in becoming successful contributors, including coaching, project management, and tracking contribution metrics. The team operates fully remotely and collaborates asynchronously across multiple regions, leveraging GitLab’s values of transparency and open communication. They face the challenge of growing and nurturing a diverse, global contributor base while continuously improving the contributor experience and engagement.

How GitLab Will Support You

Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.

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GitLab hires new team members in countries around the world. All of our roles are remote, however some roles may carry specific location‑based eligibility requirements. Our Talent Acquisition team can help answer any questions about location after starting the recruiting process.

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology – IT Services, IT Consulting, Software Development

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