Senior Backend Engineer, Gitlab Delivery: Runway (platform Engineering)

GitLab

Remote
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Production kubernetes cluster management
Argocd gitops workflow implementation
Terraform infrastructure as code modules
** GitLab is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for their Runway team, responsible for designing and managing a Kubernetes-based platform that enhances developer productivity. The role emphasizes strong technical skills in cloud infrastructure, GitOps workflows, and automation tooling, alongside a collaborative culture that values innovation and efficiency. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading the design and operation of the Kubernetes-based platform that powers GitLab's engineering organization.
  • The team focuses on evolving ArgoCD GitOps standards and building reusable Terraform modules to ensure safe, repeatable cloud infrastructure provisioning.
  • GitLab offers flexible benefits including a Growth and Development Fund, equity compensation, and home office support for all full-time employees.

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** GitLab is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for their Runway team, responsible for designing and managing a Kubernetes-based platform that enhances developer productivity. The role emphasizes strong technical skills in cloud infrastructure, GitOps workflows, and automation tooling, alongside a collaborative culture that values innovation and efficiency. **

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Flexible Paid Time Off; Equity Compensation; Home office support

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Production Kubernetes cluster management
  • ArgoCD GitOps workflow implementation
  • Terraform infrastructure as code modules
  • Go programming language proficiency
  • Cloud environment operations (EKS/GKE/AKS)

Nice-to-have

  • Python or Bash scripting experience
  • AI integration in daily workflows
  • Async remote collaboration skills
  • Mentoring junior engineers

Key Requirements

  • Proficiency in Go for production services
  • Experience owning production Kubernetes clusters
  • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals
  • Ability to deliver independently driven work asynchronously

Work Rights

Not specified

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